Public Relations Manager – Sarasota, FL

Anticipated Salary Range:    $40,000 + full state benefits available
Qualifications:
A Bachelor*s degree in a relevant area and two years of professional public relations experience; or a combination of relevant post high school education and experience to equal six years, including a minimum two years professional public relations experience.
Experience with and an advanced working knowledge of mobile communication initiatives and social media.
Experience with public relations practices.
Proficiency working with Microsoft Office (including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook) or comparable software.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, especially PR writing and proofreading and editing.
Experience working with all media.
Must possess the ability to coordinate multiple and diverse projects simultaneously and often under deadline..
Superb collaboration and interpersonal skills.
A valid Florida Driver’s License or ability to obtain.
Background Check Requirements:    This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check to include fingerprinting.
Confidentiality Policy:    This position requires compliance with University confidentiality policies.
Preferred:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations or related field and 5 years of relevant work experience.
Schedule: If not otherwise specified, schedule is M-F, 8-5. Some nights. weekends, and holidays may be required as needed.
Responsibilities:    Manages media relations for the Museum and maintains and manages social media technology
Writes news releases, media alerts, and creates press kit materials suitable for the media. Maintains media distribution lists. Works in partnership with national public relations firm to ensure cohesive information exchange.
Responsible for all local and regional media relationships. Uses golf cart for tours and visiting media.
Prepares talking points exhibitions, programs, and events for use across multiple communication channels. Assists in the development of positioning statements, key messages and responses to public inquiry. Manages internal communication initiatives.    Manages Speakers Bureau Program. Contacts organizations to schedule speaking engagements. trains volunteers and interns.
Prepares materials for distribution. Reports on program activities to Marketing and Communications Director.
Manages Crisis Communication. Primary contact for media inquiries, interviews and all internal communications relating to a crisis. Prepares talking points for Executive Director, Marketing and Communications Director, Board of Directors, and Senior Staff.
Plans media relations budget.
Pay Plan:    This is an A&P (Administrative and Professional) position.
How To Apply:
If qualified and interested in a specific vacancy as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu or https://jobs.omni.fsu.edu/psp/sprdhr_er/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRS.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?JobSeekers_ApplyForAJob=35773&Seq=1
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include work history and all education details (if applicable) even if attaching a resume.
1. Go to http://jobs.fsu.edu 2. Click on *Browse Job Openings* 3. Select *Advanced Search* 4. Type *Ringling* into `Enter Keyword* field 5. Click the `Search* Button 6. Click on the name of the desired posting 7. After reading the complete posting, if interested and qualified click *Apply now* 8. At this point follow the prompts on the screen
For more information, or for technical assistance, please contact Ringling Human Resources at 941- 359-5700 ext. 2605 or employment@ringling.org.
Equal Employment Opportunity:    An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action Employer
Open until filled:    This position is being advertised as open until filled.

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Description :

The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art, in its affiliation with Florida State University, is one of the largest museum/university complexes in the nation. Located on an impressive 66-acre Sarasota bay front estate, it preserves the legacy of John and Mable Ringling, educating and enabling a large and diverse audience to experience and take delight in a world-renowned collection of fine art and special exhibitions; Ca d’Zan, the Ringling historic mansion; the Circus Museums; the Tibbals Learning Center; the Historic Asolo Theater; and historic architecture, courtyard, gardens and grounds overlooking the Sarasota Bay. The Visitors Pavilion serves some 350,000 guests annually. An Education Building houses our library, conservation facility, classrooms, and staff offices. For more information, please visit www.ringling.org.

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Direct Employer

Address :

5401 Bay Shore Road Attn: Human Resources Sarasota, FL 34243

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Job Posting Entered On :

6/12/2013

Job Posting Expires On :

7/12/2013