The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) is the national medical society representing emergency medicine. Through continuing education, research, public education, and advocacy, ACEP advances emergency care on behalf of its 41,000 emergency physician members, and the more than 150 million Americans they treat on an annual basis.

Based out of both Irving, TX and Washington, D.C., we offer paid insurance plans (medical, dental, and vision), retirement, flexible scheduling, and more. This role is based in the DC area and is not open to fully remote applicants. For local employees, a hybrid schedule of in-office work and work-from-home is possible upon approval by the manager.

The Director of Public Relations develops messaging and initiatives across all communications channels to raise awareness of ACEP’s impact and successes, positioning ACEP as a champion for emergency physicians and their patients. This role advances the organization’s communication priorities through identifying opportunities for growth, proactively reacting to news and updates, and fostering relationships with external partners.

Applicants should have exceptional writing and communication skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines, and experience managing and setting priorities for a team of staff.

Our ideal candidate has…

• A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years; experience managing public relations campaigns with an emphasis on media relations.
• Proven ability to lead rapid response efforts, including being available during off hours to direct crisis communications as needed.

Other desired qualifications include familiarity with issues related to healthcare or emergency medicine, prior experience working with a member association, ability to communicate complex political/legal jargon into layperson’s language, brand management experience, and a master’s degree in a related field.

We are an E-Verify and equal opportunity employer who prizes diversity and inclusion. We offer a tobacco-free environment.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,214.00 - $154,280.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Commuter assistance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Public relations: 8 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Washington, DC 20001: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20001