American Society of Radiologic Technologists - Public Relations Program Manager
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The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) is seeking a public relations program manager to oversee its public relations campaigns, social media channels, member forum communications platform and strategic messaging. The program manager is the association's advocate for messaging and other communication initiatives as well as the primary media contact for external media inquiries. This position serves as a public relations consultant for internal departments, provides writing assistance and spearheads strategic communications recommendations. Additionally, this position develops and oversees ASRT's social media strategies and gathers data to measure ASRT's social media success. The program manager also plans, researches, writes and edits internal and external messaging for the ASRT and the ASRT Foundation. In addition, the program manager writes scripts and speeches for Society events and video projects.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage public relations and communications campaigns to promote the ASRT and the ASRT Foundation.
- Identify strategic goals and measurable objectives to promote association activities.
- Manage ASRT's social media channels and member communications forum.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly social media reports and quarterly earned media reports.
- Build positive relationships with trade and mainstream media outlets.
- Write news articles and announcements for ASRT publications and website.
- Write speeches and scripts for Society events and video projects.
- Serve as part of the ASRT crisis communications team.
- Write and edit materials to promote the Society's federal and state legislative and regulatory advocacy initiatives.
- Direct the work of contract labor.
- Edit and proofread documents to ensure they follow ASRT style.
- Monitor media coverage of ASRT and the ASRT Foundation to assess effectiveness of media relations efforts.
Successful Candidates Must Meet the Following Criteria:
- Minimum bachelor's degree in related field such as communications, public relations or marketing
- Three to five years' experience in media, community relations, social media, video and legislative outreach programs
- Social media acumen and strategic thinking.
- High level of political diplomacy, tact and discretion.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to articulate verbally and in writing at a high level.
- Understand the importance of meeting strict deadlines
- Build strategic alliances internally and externally as well as a network of media contacts.
- Follow industry trends, anticipate potential opportunities and respond appropriately when necessary.
- High attention to detail and commitment to success.
- Experience in a nonprofit or membership organization preferred.
Qualified candidates are asked to submit a cover letter, resume and writing, social media and public relations campaign samples.
Benefits
- 100% employer paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, life insurance and short- and long-term disability for employees.
- Generous 401(k) plan with company match.
- Vacation, sick time and holiday pay.
- Community volunteer paid time off.
- Tuition reimbursement and opportunity for professional development.
Want to Join Our Team?
To begin your journey, submit your cover letter and résumé at asrt.org/asrtjobs.
Who Are We?
At the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, our work makes a difference. As a national, nonprofit membership association for medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals, ASRT has positively affected our nearly 157,000 members' lives every day since 1920. We strive to create a positive work environment that is transparent, collaborative, highly professional and service driven.
In our state-of-the-art facility, radiologic technologists work side by side with professionals from niches outside of health care to meet the needs of our members. We value our employees and look for opportunities to help them grow. We also provide them with the tools and resources needed to perform their jobs to meet our high expectations. Our track record of supporting our many long-term employees is a testament to our positive working environment.
ASRT is committed to equal opportunity and promotes inclusion by hiring and developing a talented and diverse workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All newly hired employees are subject to the E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification Program.
Candidate agrees to adhere to all ASRT health and safety requirements if hired, which may include mask wearing and weekly testing (for the unvaccinated) at the employee's expense. All employees are strongly encouraged to get vaccinated and provide documentation.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Please do not apply unless you are willing to relocate to Albuquerque, NM. Are you able to relocate to commute to the ASRT building in Albuquerque?
Work Location: One location