University of Utah is hiring: Public Relations Associate in Salt Lake City

Job Summary The Public Relations Coordinator supports the museum’s strategic communications priorities and statewide initiatives. As a highly valued member of our team, they will work to ensure consistent local media coverage of NHMU, strive for national news mentions, act as the primary media liaison for the museum, and support partnerships with key stakeholders — including a range of city, county, and state stakeholders. The museum is seeking an individual with public relations experience, proficiency with AP Style, knowledge of modern media, creativity in storytelling, and a drive to engage a wide range of audiences. Responsibilities Drafting press releases that promote the museum, its programming, exhibitions, and events, for distribution upon review by the Marketing Manager and select content experts (i.e., scientists or administrators). Compiling press kits with relevant photos, videos, video opportunities, and spokesperson bios. Conducting media pitching and follow‑up communications for various museum initiatives, with PR agency support. Collaborating with content experts throughout the museum to surface media opportunities (i.e., research stories). Acting as a media spokesperson for the museum, including on‑camera television interviews, as required. Developing key messages and talking points for museum staff in preparation for media appearances. Conducting occasional media training for museum staff. Escorting museum staff for off‑site media appearances (i.e., studio interviews). Greeting and escorting members of the media when on site at the museum, including occasional early morning, evening, and weekend visits. Overseeing social media influencer relations. Compiling regular reports to evaluate earned media, including reach and advertising value equivalence. Managing the museum’s website press room for posting and archiving media kits and press releases. Working with the Marketing Manager to monitor a PR services budget and track spending throughout the fiscal year. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Mass Communications, English, Liberal Arts, or a related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. Experience in desktop publishing, word processing, computer networks and web page design preferred. Experience in public relations work or the print news media also preferred. Preferred Qualifications Preferred applicants should have experience writing and distributing press releases, knowledge of AP Style, experience representing non‑profit or other community organizations, and strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. The ideal candidate has a passion for museums and natural history, is excited to help achieve ambitious, strategic objectives, and approaches projects with a sense of enthusiasm. Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (URS). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before becoming eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581‑7447 for information. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Utah is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. Contact University Human Resource Management 250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Phone: (801) 581‑2169 Email: employment@utah.edu #J-18808-Ljbffr