Public Relations Specialist
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Job Description
Who We Are
DCG is an award-winning full-service engagement digital research and data company with over 15 years of experience supporting the military Veterans and the American public. DCG strategically researches plans executes and evaluates large-scale multi-platform outreach initiatives across a wide range of mission-driven issues including human trafficking awareness mental health stigma reduction suicide prevention ending homelessness Veteran health transportation safety small business resources and public diplomacy to name a few. Additionally our research and digital teams employ mixed methods research Human-Centered Design (HCD) and change management principles to integrate new technologies built around well-researched user journeys.
Position Overview
DCG is seeking an experienced Public Relations professional to provide support to the North Carolina Turnpike Authority (NCTA) and their mission of delivering roadway projects through alternative financing and facilitating the operations of the States toll role will augment the broader teams full-service marketing communications and advertising efforts to promote NCTAs transportation safety messages to increase awareness and change behaviors as well as increase public awareness of NCTAs roadways and time-saving benefits.
Location
This position is based in the Raleigh-Durham NC area and requires the ability to work on-site at our clients office in Morrisville NC at least four days per week.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive public relations strategies aligned with NCTAs goals
- Plan and execute with diverse teams to ensure message alignment and policy accuracy
- Develop media materials including press releases advisories op-eds media kits talking points and short-form video prompts
- Manage media relationships and facilitate proactive outreach to reporters assignment editors and transportation beat reporters
- Prepare spokespeople for interviews and public briefings with concise messaging frameworks
- Increase communication and outreach to diverse communities
- Develop execute and track public relations programs in coordination with NCTA staff
- Implement a media PR relations strategy based on target audience/media target markets media missions media materials and monitoring
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree preferably in Communications Journalism Public Relations or related fields
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in PR and the transportation industry
- Understanding of the news cycle and news hooks
- Strong public speaking skills
- Demonstrated ability to use metrics to inform strategy
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deliverables concurrently
- Ability to obtain a security clearance
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in crisis communications and/or event planning
- Knowledge of Meltwater PR Newswire Mailchimp and Jira
Culture at DCG
DCG boasts a flexible and adaptable culture. We value hardworking self-motivated and dedicated team members and are committed to fostering ample opportunities for career advancement. Get a glimpse into our culture here:
- DCG Life Medium Blog: Life Instagram: @dcglife
Benefits Snapshot
- A range of comprehensive healthcare plans encompassing medical dental and vision insurance along with group life coverage. The firm covers 60% of the premium cost for employees and all dependents.
- Generous paid time off including paid federal holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Wellness programs and activities and pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Paid Family Bonding for new parents with 50% cost sharing for Short-Term Disability
- $1000 family expansion benefit to offset costs often uncovered with medical plans: fertility treatment adoption and surrogacy
*Note that the above benefits are available only to full-time employees of DCG*
All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without regard to personal characteristics or membership in any group protected by federal state or local law to include Veteran or disability status. DCG does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind in the workplace and we are committed to fostering a corporate culture that respects and values differences of thought informed by unique experiences.
If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process please contact.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
