Public Relations Coordinator

Utah Transit Authority

Come and be part of the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) a major transit agency in one of the fastest-growing regions in the United States! As the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) expands and develops, UTA has an amazing opportunity for you as our Public Relations Coordinator.

Writes, proofs, lays out, formats, and edits a wide range of communication materials, including fact sheets, brochures, website content, blogs, newsletters, social media posts, speeches, media releases, reports, slide presentations, talking points, and more. Develops written copy for creative resource materials in both print and digital formats. Develops and implements strategies to elevate Utah Transit Authority (UTA)'s thought leadership within the community and industry. Ghostwrites various content, including quotes, social media posts, blogs, podcast outlines, talking points, videos, speeches, emails, presentations, etc., to boost public confidence in UTA's direction and leadership. Identifies, pitches, and secures executive speaking opportunities, board service, industry presentations, publication features, awards, and similar opportunities to enhance UTA's community support and professional reputation. Collaborates with the media team to maintain a positive public image and ensure consistent brand messaging, writing style, and voice across all external communications.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION/TRAINING:Bachelors degree in public relations, Marketing, Journalism, Communications, or related field.EXPERIENCE:Two (2) to Three (3) years of related work experience with demonstrated competency in public relations, advertising and marketing, written and oral communications, and/or government, media and social media relations. Experience in executive marketing, social media thought leadership, and leadership brand management.Knowledge:

• Associated Press Style preferred but not required.
• Understanding of Utah political, nonprofit, media, and mobility/transportation stakeholder landscape.
• Applied knowledge of ghostwriting techniques and thought leadership best practices.
  
  

Skills:

• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong portfolio showcasing diverse writing styles.
• Media event and delegate presentation planning and execution.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint presentations.
• Proficiency in social media and online platforms for thought leadership, including LinkedIn, newsletters, and blogs.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering error-free conte
  
  

Abilities

• Adapt writing style to different tones, formats, and audiences.
• Create a strategic communications plan and execute on deadlines.
  
  

This job requires regular and predictable attendance.- OR -An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.[UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.]This job is not eligible for telework. Requires regular and predictable attendance during set daytime hours Monday through Friday in the Salt Lake City UTA Frontlines Headquarters or field assignments.May require infrequent holiday, weekend, or tasks and event support, with advance notice.UTAs benefits package for full-time administrative employees includes:

• Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance (eligible after 30 days of employment), with Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts. Choice between Traditional Co-Pay or High Deductible Health Plans for medical coverage. HSA with company match available to employees enrolled in the HDHP. Benefit plans include coverage for domestic partners (eligibility affidavit required for coverage).
• Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children.
• 22 days of accrued paid time off (13 vacation days and 9 sick days), which increases with tenure at UTA.
• 10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per year.
• Retirement options - Pension Plan with 5-year vesting schedule and 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching.
• Generous tuition reimbursement for higher education, available for any higher education degree (bachelor, master, or PHD). Course of study must be approved prior to enrollment.
• Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12 months of employment).
• Free transit passes for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children.
• Employee assistance program includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
• UTA Well a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.
• Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness.
  
  

For more information on UTAs Total Rewards benefits package, please visit: https://jobs.jobvite.com/rideuta/#benefits Pay Range: $24.76 - $28.365Job closes on February 7, 2025 by 5:59 p.m.* Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources at 801-287-2324. A minimum of two workdays notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required.*Utah Transit Authority is a drug-free workplace, subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, 655, and 219. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug test. If a pre-employment test returns a non-negative result, an application for employment may be rejected. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing for drug and alcohol use. All safety sensitive employees are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.PM211