Community & Media Relations Associate – Corporate

Position Summary: TAMKO Building Products LLC is seeking a Community & Media Relations Associate to support the Corporate Director of Communications. This role, based in Dallas, TX aims to enhance TAMKO's positive presence in its operating communities through both internal and external communications and community/media outreach. Salary range is $94,000 to $100,000 depending on qualifications and experience. 

Essential Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. Other duties may also be assigned.

• Coordinate strategic community outreach efforts and forge positive connections between TAMKO and the communities in which its manufacturing facilities operate.
• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations and media members in key geographic markets; act as the main contact for community events, sponsorships, and donations.
• Develop and implement strategies to build community awareness and maintain a positive image.
• Stay informed on issues, events, and groups relevant to TAMKO's operating communities.
• Attend and participate in community meetings and events.
• Serve on community committees or boards, and volunteer for community efforts.
• Educate company leadership on critical community-related issues.
• Present recommendations on community, public relations strategies, as well as media and press interactions.
• Provide reporting on community outreach efforts and gauge impact and effectiveness.
• Manage the administrative process for community giving requests and opportunities.
• Consult on TAMKO initiatives and projects, providing context and perspective for communications.
• Develop news releases to highlight community outreach efforts and report on earned media placements.
• Provide editorial content for local publications from a TAMKO perspective.
• Develop annual community outreach plan aligned with company goals and communications initiatives.
• Create talking points and Q&A materials for internal and external use as needed.
• Assist with print and design projects as needed.
• Public speaking and representation as a company spokesperson when approved by leadership.
• Exercise appropriate discretion with sensitive company information.
• Work outside typical hours, including occasional evenings and Saturdays, as necessary, to attend community events or potential crisis communications.
• Travel up to 10%.

Requirements and Competencies:

• Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field.
• Over 5 years of experience in corporate communications, media/community relations, or significant experience working with or representing a community-focused organization.
• Experience with researching, writing and Microsoft Office Suite, Chat GPT4 (or similar AI tools), and social media.
• Skills:
• Proficiency in public speaking and/or media relations training (journalism experience and understanding of AP Style is a plus).
• Savvy with social media and digital communication tools (understanding of AI tools preferred).
• Collaboration skills for public and business interactions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent reading and writing comprehension skills.
• Ability to learn and represent TAMKO's history, operations, and values.
• Strong analytical skills with a process and planning orientation.
• Commitment to confidentiality.

Physical Requirements/Work environment

The physical requirements/work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to remain stationary for extended periods, as well as move around inside of the office and/or the production floors. The employee will frequently be required to operate a computer and other office machinery.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
  In addition to an attractive wage, this position offers a competitive benefits package including Group Health and Life Insurance, Vision and Dental Insurance, a Flexible Benefits Plan, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match, a Profit Sharing Retirement Plan, and other benefits. 

This job description is subject to change at any time.