General Purpose: To provide strategic support to the communications team and organization. The ideal candidate must have strong written, communication, research, and editing skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and adhere to strict deadlines. Candidates with superior attention to detail and a passion for SPC’s mission are preferred.

Essential Functions:

· Draft, manage, and expand social media visibility on multiple platforms. Prior use of a scheduling platform is a plus.

Lead the development of and draft materials like press releases, planning documents, advisories, talking points, fact sheets, white papers, memos, annual reports, scripts, speeches, interview guides, collateral materials, monthly newsletter articles, media pitches, and website content.
Lead the coordination of open records requests for the organization
Plans, organizes, and represents the organization at various media and public relations events.

· Gather data, analyze information, and synthesize it for use in organizational materials.

· Handle daily media monitoring and produce metric reports on media/social media coverage.

· Provide communications and messaging support to senior leadership

· Ensure consistent messaging and helps to maintain the organization’s brand, style, and voice.

· Provides logistical/planning support for organization’s events/meetings. Additionally, may be required to attend some events, meetings, video shoots, and outreach events to support the organization’s presence in the SWPA region.

All other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or a related discipline is required. Equivalent combinations of education and professional experience will be considered.
A minimum of (2) two years of professional experience in public relations, in-house communications, government administration, non-profit organizations, or related fields is preferred. Relevant internships or volunteer experience may also be considered.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) is required. Familiarity with platforms such as Hootsuite or Sprout, Canva, WordPress, media monitoring tools (e.g., TV Eyes, Critical Mention), and Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., InDesign, Photoshop) is a plus.
Exceptional attention to detail, ability to excel in a fast-paced environment, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset is essential.
A valid driver’s license is required, with occasional travel throughout the Southwestern Pennsylvania region.

Physical Requirements:

60% Sitting, 10% Standing, 30% Walking, 60% Use of hands, 90% Talking / Hearing, Lift < 10lbs, Close vision

Skills:

Critical Thinking, Active Listening, Information Gathering, Reading Comprehension, Speaking

Knowledge:

Customer & Personal Service, Clerical, English Language

Abilities:

Written & Oral Comprehension, Oral Expression, Information Ordering, Speech Clarity, Number Facility, Speech Recognition, Memorization

Work Environment:

40% environmentally controlled clean office. 10% Travels to various types of client sites, meetings, and loan closings, 50% Remote work from home

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