Old Dominion Freight is hiring: Public Relations and Communications Manager in T

Are you a driven individual who is passionate about promoting a company’s mission and values? Do you thrive in an open and collaborative culture that emphasizes work-life balance and teamwork? If so, Old Dominion is the perfect place for you. Our commitment to excellence has been instrumental in our success, and we attribute that to our amazing team and family-oriented spirit. We are searching for talented individuals to join the OD Family and help us maintain our status as a leading transportation solutions provider.

In this role, you will lead the development and execution of our PR and communication strategies aimed at enhancing Old Dominion's reputation as a thought leader in the transportation industry. You will collaborate with both agency partners and internal teams to effectively position our brand as a benchmark for premium service and a model of community engagement. By driving positive media coverage and enhancing our corporate reputation, you will play a crucial role in expanding our influence as a responsible corporate citizen and leader in the business community.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement public relations strategies that align with Old Dominion's business goals and industry leadership.
• Manage relationships with PR agencies and oversee the search for new partners when necessary.
• Create and achieve consensus on annual strategy briefs and collaborate with the PR agency on tactical plans.
• Oversee the creation and approval of various PR content, including whitepapers, podcasts, and articles.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of PR campaigns alongside the agency on a regular basis.
• Help manage the overarching Communication Master Plan.
• Lead the corporate giving strategy, working closely with senior leadership to strengthen community partnerships.
• Assess the impact of OD's charitable initiatives and recommend improvements.
• Manage budgets, ensuring funds are allocated appropriately per leadership guidelines.
• Act as a spokesperson for the company when required by leadership.
• Craft press releases, speeches, and letters for leadership communication.
• Stay informed about industry news and trends to identify communication opportunities and challenges.
• Oversee media relations efforts, including training and participation in interviews, events, and award submissions.
• Lead the internal communications team in developing materials that engage and inform employees.
• Manage the ODTV system for effective internal communication across the organization.

Job Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

Experience:

• 6+ years in public relations and communications, both internal and external.
• Strong project management abilities to simultaneously handle multiple tasks, timelines, and budgets.
• Excellent copywriting and editing skills for diverse platforms.
• Experience collaborating with media outlets and serving as a spokesperson.
• Familiarity with media monitoring tools and analytics.
• Exceptional decision-making, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Proficient verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Proven ability to work with both virtual teams and stakeholder groups.
• Expertise in crafting relevant content for various media channels.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to analyze data and provide actionable insights.
• Understanding of the transportation industry.

Join the OD Family Today! As a full-time member, you and your family will benefit from:

• Comprehensive health benefits, including a zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage.
• Vision and dental coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions.
• Life insurance options.
• A wellness program to support your health.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities for drivers and technicians.
• Continuous training and growth prospects.
• A family-oriented workplace culture.
• Advancement opportunities based on our promote-from-within philosophy.
• National career prospects across more than 260 service centers.

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Welcome to Old Dominion. If you are seeking a rewarding career with the best LTL carrier in the industry, you have found the right place. Our company, founded in 1934 with a single truck and route, now boasts over 23,000 dedicated employees committed to achieving success together while maintaining our family spirit.