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Communications Coordinator

Rumpke Waste & Recycling
Georgetown, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2025
Rumpke is a family owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Rumpke is looking for an energetic and proactive public relations professional to join its corporate communications team. The ideal candidate for this full‐time position is a go-getter who can identify a newsworthy story and write effectively. The role demands a professional who enjoys a fast-paced working environment.

This role will assist the Communications Manager with identifying, planning, and executing communications strategies and tactics for Rumpke. They will also work with the communications team to assist with identifying and responding to internal and external communication needs.

Responsibilities of Position:

  • Communicate and enforce appropriate Rumpke branding standards.
  • Writing internal communications, including company newsletter articles and employee announcements.
  • Working with internal departments to select and create appropriate communication mediums for target internal audiences.
  • Collaborating with sales to meet communications needs associated with municipal and commercial accounts. This may involve researching, identifying, and executing specific public relations efforts for each client.
  • Assisting with media buys and writing copy for advertisements.
  • Coordinating direct mail campaigns with assistance from Rumpke’s Corporate Design team.
  • Cultivating relationships with local media.
  • Writing and editing press releases, fact sheets, and other media materials.
  • Coordinating media pitches, selecting appropriate spokespeople, and participating in media interviews (both in positive and crisis situations).
  • Developing and implementing communications and public awareness campaigns to further promote the Rumpke brand to target audiences within Rumpke.
  • Organizing, planning, and attending special events.
  • Developing sales materials and educational resources.
  • Conducting and assisting with facility tours.
  • Completing other duties as assigned.


Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
  • Photography and video editing skills are a plus.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Familiar with Associated Press (AP) style guidelines.
  • Ability to speak in front of large and small groups.
  • Dependable team‐player with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and work independently.
  • 24‐7 response to crisis communications needs.
  • Willing to follow all department and company rules, procedures, and instructions.
  • Ability to suggest and implement ideas or programs to increase efficiency and/or assure effective communications to target audiences.


Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

  • 3-5 years of Public Relations or Communication experience.


Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

  • Ability to travel between offices, as required.
  • Ability to work flexible hours: overtime, weekends, and/or holidays.
  • Must be available for 24-hour emergency calls.
  • Legally eligible to work in the United States.
  • Valid driver’s license (if applicable).
  • Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
  • Must be able to read and speak the English language.


This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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