Community & Public Relations Manager

POSITION SUMMARY: BBB serving the Northwest is seeking a proactive, enthusiastic individual to serve as Marketplace Manager in Boise and the Treasure Valley region. Responsibilities include the creation and implementation of events (both hosted and sponsored), building and maintaining of community and media relationships, and all facets of proactive community support. Position will require regular travel including evenings and weekends.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES including but not limited to:

Act as the liaison between BBB and businesses, community organizations, young consumers, and seniors
Seek opportunities and give presentations to a variety of groups
Responsible for generating sponsorships and BBB community partners
Maintain membership in local community organizations, including regular networking events
Manage annual regional events in partnership with Marketplace team, including Secure Your ID Day, Orientations, Business of the Year, and other events as assigned
Plan and execute BBB events for both consumers and businesses. Secure sponsorships and co-op advertising opportunities to promote BBB brand.
Coordinate or attend tradeshows, seminars, webinars, presentations or workshops
Act as an additional point of contact for PR/media in assigned territory; build and maintain relationships with media and create engaging, relevant content
Write articles and gather content for articles related to business and community happenings in assigned territory
Manage individual social media accounts including Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn
Identify underserved areas and share ideas for new opportunities with Marketing team
Track activities and maintain high level of communication with Marketplace team

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business, Marketing, Media, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field
1-3 years related experience and/or training
Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including media
Excellent time management and ability to work independently
Ability to read, analyze and interpret news, business journals, and government regulation content from a variety of sources
Outstanding relationship-building skills internally, externally and across distances
Intermediate computer proficiency, including familiarity with Microsoft 365 products
Experience with event planning a plus

COMPENSATION:

$35,000-$45,000, depending on experience

BENEFITS:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans

Optional additional insurance plans (short- and long-term disability, additional life, accident, etc.)

Paid Time Off (PTO) after 90 days

Paid holidays, plus your birthday off with pay

Safe Harbor (immediate vesting) 401(k) plan with up to a 6% company match

BBB is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, color, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by Local, State, or Federal law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.

To apply, please reply to this posting with your cover letter, resume, and salary expectations.

No recruiters please. No phone calls please.

Job Type: Full-time

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