DC--COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR--Association of Public Television Stations

Job Title COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
Job Contact Fax 202-654-4236
Job Contact Email jobs@apts.org
Employer Association of Public Television Stations
Posted 05/12/09
Job Description

The Association of Public Television Stations seeks a Communications Director to provide a wide range of communications, public relations, online media and research services. This position will report directly to the Vice President of Communications.

The Communications Director will manage APTS' communications activities that advance public television's legislative and regulatory objectives, and enhance the association's public image. The Communications Director will be required to:
# Establish and maintain relationships with news media, constituencies and other stakeholders;
# Manage media relations and public relations activities, including issue spotting and response mechanisms;
# Coordinate communications activities with other internal departments;
# Develop various communications materials, including press releases, standby statements, fact sheets, talking points, and media advisories;
# Write speeches for the President & CEO; and
# Leverage social media and other electronic means to promote the association.

The Communications Director is also responsible for maintaining the integrity of the APTS website. These duties include:
# Ensuring that the content on the APTS website is current and presented in a visually pleasing way;
# Incorporating legislative and regulatory content into the web pages;
# Coordinating the activities of other association professionals related to the APTS website;
# Advising management on the current status and performance of websites, and providing input and suggestions regarding the future direction of the website; and
# Developing policies and procedures governing the maintenance of the website.

The successful applicant will have prior communications and/or public relations experience. Applicants must also demonstrate experience using the Internet and online media as communications tools; strong written and verbal skills; the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; a demonstrated ability in speech writing; and, a track record of gaining colleagues' trust and delivering superior service.

Regular full-time exempt position. Excellent benefits package and pleasant working environment. APTS is an equal opportunity employer. Salary commensurate with experience.

Please submit a cover letter with salary history, resume and two brief writing samples by June 1, 2009 to Tammye Heatley, APTS, 2100 Crystal Drive, Suite 700, Arlington, VA 22202, email to jobs@apts.org or fax to 202-654-4236. No phone calls, please. Visit http://www.apts.org/aboutAPTS/Communications_Director.cfm for more information.