TITLE: Communications Coordinator

DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Communications

REPORTS TO: Senior Vice President, Communications

CLASSIFICATION: Full-time Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide regular assistance and support to the Communications Department with routine communications responsibilities including media monitoring and promoting the overall U.S. airline industry and A4A carrier members. Must be able to juggle a wide range of duties in a fast-paced environment; be a strategic thinker; have strong writing and editing skills; anticipate future needs; be responsive to media, members, colleagues and others; prioritize multiple competing deadlines; consistently display a professional demeanor; exercise sharp judgement; maintain confidentiality at all times; and enjoy working with a range of people.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

§ Closely monitor relevant news coverage across a variety of platforms and sources and provide information to colleagues in a timely manner.

§ Pull clips and media coverage as requested.

§ Monitor briefings and updates, flagging relevant content in live time.

§ Help compile, edit and distribute daily A4A newsletter, while possessing an understanding of industry priorities.

§ Write and edit press releases, blogs and other documents as needed; draft/edit correspondence such as memos, presentations (e.g., PowerPoint), letters and emails.

§ Proactively help organize and prepare for events, briefings and meetings.

§ Help maintain and manage relationships with relevant vendors and stakeholders; ensure any deliverables or follow-up items are provided promptly.

§ Ensure distribution lists and contact lists are updated regularly with current information.

§ Identify opportunities to generate new and creative content for the website and social media, collaborating closely with relevant colleagues.

§ Work with communications team to keep website content up to date.

Be nimble and willing to accept other duties and responsibilities as needed and requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

§ Must be a highly motivated individual who is a strategic thinker, organized, detail oriented and desires to work in a dynamic, quickly moving, deadline-driven environment.

§ Ability to initiate projects and work independently while also being a team player who enjoys working with others.

§ Strong writing and communication skills; excellent proofing and editing skills are required.

§ A personal passion for following the news cycle is preferred.

§ Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook. Must be able to use/learn a variety of software programs, including routine website and social media work.

§ Outstanding interpersonal skills and a professional telephone manner with strong command of the English language, both oral and written.

§ Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English or relevant field is preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

All A4A employees must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.
If approved by department supervisor, A4A employees have the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays. All employees are expected to work in the office Tuesdays through Thursdays.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS:

Choice of medical plans, plus free life, dental and vision coverage. 401(k) with matching contributions, airline travel privileges, tuition reimbursement plan, 12 weeks fully paid parental leave.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to hr@airlines.org to the attention: JOA#24-04.

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Communications Coordinator