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Manager of Community Relations - Jacksonville

Publix Super Markets, Jacksonville, FL, United States


Overview Publix Super Markets tops the list of privately-owned supermarkets in the US. We hold no long-term debt and continue to grow year after year. Publix and our associates excel in community involvement, volunteerism, and environmental sustainability. Our collective commitment to diversity has contributed to our success in being a great place to work and shop. It’s satisfying to work for – and be an owner in – a Fortune 100 company that is widely recognized as a leader in the supermarket industry.

The Community Relations department ensures that Publix is a responsible citizen in our communities and is on the front lines each day to help address community needs. Within the department, the Manager of Community Relations acts as the face and voice of Publix by building and nurturing relationships with nonprofit organizations, leading community outreach, and organizing volunteer efforts with our associates.

Responsibilities

Coordinate external community outreach and collaborate with the media relations manager on proposed media opportunities and engagement

Create and share internal communication between Publix leadership and associates

Manage and develop support associates

Lead the Good Together food donation program execution

Qualifications Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, journalism, broadcasting, or English, or equivalent experience

At least five years of experience in the field of media or community relations or at least five years of retail experience

Intermediate Microsoft Office skills with Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent project management and analytical skills

Willingness and ability to work extended hours, travel, and be on-call 24 hours a day/7 day a week

Must be at least 20 years old, willing to operate a vehicle, and have driving record verified

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in communications, or continued education courses in related fields

Five or more years of retail management experience or seven or more years in the field of media or community relations

Expert Microsoft Office skills with Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Intermediate knowledge of SAP system

Expert knowledge of SmartSimple system

Management skills

Knowledge of grocery industry and trends

Specific knowledge of Publix Retail Business Units (RBUs) and their functions

Specific knowledge of key community players and government officials

Benefits

Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost

An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock

401(k) retirement savings plan

Group health, dental and vision plans

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria

Visit our website to see all of our benefits: Benefits - Jobs (publix.com)

Year End Bonus As a year-end bonus to associates, Publix issues one month’s extra pay (pro-rated in the first year) each year if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check that year. This is calculated as a 13th month of pay in the Potential Annual Pay with Bonus line above.

Additional Information Your application may have additional steps that you will need to complete in order to remain eligible for consideration. Please be sure to monitor your email, including your spam folder, on a daily basis for critical, time-sensitive emails that could require action within 24-48 hours. Please do not use your Publix email address when applying. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive a confirmation email. For this position, Publix does not and will not file a petition or application with the USCIS or Department of State on behalf of any noncitizen for any immigration-related benefit to work and/or to continue to work in the United States, e.g., an H-1B or TN petition or permanent residence.

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