The Organization: The Georgia Historical Society (GHS) is the premier independent statewide institution responsible for collecting, examining, and teaching Georgia history. GHS houses the oldest and most distinguished collection of materials related exclusively to Georgia history in the nation. To learn more, go to www.georgiahistory.com
Position Summary: The Director of Public Relations and Communications is a key leadership position. The incumbent is responsible for developing and implementing a multi-faceted, strategic public relations, communications, and external relations plan to increase public awareness of the Georgia Historical Society and its events, programs, publications, and general activities. Strategies include media relations, advertising and promotion of events, and oversite of website and electronic and print publications. The successful candidate will demonstrate a record of accomplishment for institutional branding; superb planning and organizational skills; excellent written communications skills; and experience working with the press, including feature writers, news reporters, and social press; and be skilled in collaborating with designers, technical staff, and creative talent. The incumbent reports to the Chief Operating Officer and regularly supports the fundraising and constituency development efforts of the Society. This is a full-time benefited position based in Savannah, Georgia.
Responsibilities include (Incumbent may perform other duties as assigned):
Strategy and Planning
Media Relations
Media Monitoring
Marketing and Outreach
Supervisory responsibilities: This position directly supervises the Web and Visual Communication Specialist. May also supervise projects with other team members.
Qualifications:
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Education: Bachelor’s degree
Required experience: Seven to ten years of leading communications, public relations, government relations, or similar office. Statewide or national experience required. Experience working on Capitol Hill or with the Administration will be highly regarded. Strong and demonstrated computer skills, including expert proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and Adobe suite; experience with Salesforce.com and other databases preferred. Well-developed contacts with national and local editors and journalists in electronic and print media are preferred.
The Organization: The Georgia Historical Society (GHS) is the premier independent statewide institution responsible for collecting, examining, and teaching Georgia history. GHS houses the oldest and most distinguished collection of materials related exclusively to Georgia history in the nation. To learn more, go to www.georgiahistory.com
Position Summary: The Director of Public Relations and Communications is a key leadership position. The incumbent is responsible for developing and implementing a multi-faceted, strategic public relations, communications, and external relations plan to increase public awareness of the Georgia Historical Society and its events, programs, publications, and general activities. Strategies include media relations, advertising and promotion of events, and oversite of website and electronic and print publications. The successful candidate will demonstrate a record of accomplishment for institutional…
Health/Dental/Vision, 503(c)(3) retirement, Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Personal Days, HSA.
Health/Dental/Vision, 503(c)(3) retirement, Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Personal Days, HSA.
Must speak fluent English. Thank you!
Must speak fluent English. Thank you!
To Apply:
Send cover letter, resume, and confidential salary requirements to:
Director of Public Relations and Communications Search
Georgia Historical Society
104 West Gaston Street
Savannah, GA 31401
Fax: 912.651.2831
Email: jobs@georgiahistory.com