Job Description
COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER, ARPBA
Reports to: Director, ARPBA
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Office Location: Headquarters, Washington, DC
Background: The American Recyclable Plastic Bag Alliance is the trade group for a thriving and resourceful industry of plastic bag manufacturers and suppliers employing 20,000 American workers in more than 40 states. We proactively promote product lines and lead numerous public policy initiatives that serve as the frontline defense against plastic bag bans and taxes nationwide. The ARPBA is a self-funded, special purpose group of the Plastics Industry Association.
General Summary: The communications manager, ARPBA will play an important role in member and public engagement. Along with preparing communications to members of the ARPBA, the manager will be tasked with media and stakeholder engagement throughout the country. This role will be a blend of public affairs, issue advocacy, and state and local government relations.
Essential Functions:
• Work with director and external consultants to develop and implement a robust, public-facing messaging and media strategy, with an eye toward earned media.
• Work with internal and external public affairs and media relations teams to produce content and conduct necessary outreach to media outlets and elected officials.
• Develop and distribute regular member communications that are thoughtful and engaging, including daily clips, newsletters, and as-it-happens updates.
• Manage, curate, and drive ARPBA’s digital and social media presence with an eye toward SEO performance.
• Work with director and regional, state, and local consultants to engage stakeholders in areas of strategic importance.
• Work with internal and external public affairs and media relations teams to produce content and conduct necessary outreach to media outlets and elected officials.
• Help defeat burdensome taxation and regulation while promoting an industry committed to sustainability, recycling, and creating manufacturing jobs in America.
Job Qualifications:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in communications, political science, or similar disciplines.
• Experience: Two to five years of experience in communications, coalition management, or trade association role. Ability to think strategically and tactically. Understanding of how to assemble coalitions and build consensus. Strong grasp of the lawmaking process at local and state levels.
Core Competencies:
• Outstanding written and oral communications skills. Significant editing experience and familiarity with AP style a plus.
• Understanding of the legislative process at the state levels. Ability to travel. Some experience interfacing directly with principals preferred.
• Teamwork, ethical behavior, ability to quickly adjust to change and to work under pressure. Customer service orientation. Ability to manage a variety of projects simultaneously.
Relationships:
• Internal: Staff, consultants, membership.
• External: Local and state-level stakeholders and elected officials. Industry coalitions and NGOs. Media.
Please respond with a cover letter including salary requirements and your resume to arpba@plasticsindustry.org.
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