Public Relations Manager

The Alaska SeaLife Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to marine research, rehabilitation, conservation, and public education.

Position Overview:

The Public Relations Manager is responsible for raising public awareness of the Alaska SeaLife Center among its various target audiences.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Serves as primary contact to answer all media inquiries. Disseminates appropriate information to potential visiting media writers and film crews.
• Builds relationships with members of the local and national media and maintains media contact database.
• Writes all press releases and public service announcements.
• Serves as editor for all public Center publications, including Ocean Chronicles and others as needed; responsibilities include preparing editorial calendar, making writing assignments, writing articles, editing copy, taking photos, following and updating the Center's editorial style guide.
• Provides content updates for the Center website.
• Develops and implements internal communication tools, in collaboration with Human Resources.
• Provides guidance and advice on crisis management / PR challenges.
• Conducts VIP facility tours as needed.

Requirements include:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, or related field with three years or more experience in public relations and special events. Travel or tourism experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Travel as needed.
• Ability to speak and write effectively and be comfortable meeting new people and interfacing with diverse interests.
• Ability to work independently and plan and organize tasks.
• Experience with Word, Excel, Access, Photoshop and I View.
• Ability to lift and move 50 pounds.

This is a regular full-time position. ASLC offers a competitive wage (DOE) and benefits package.

To Apply:

Send resume and application (available on website) by email, fax, or postal mail to:

ASLC
Human Resources
P O Box 1329
Seward, AK 99664

The ASLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.