Hartsfield - Jackson
Atlanta Int’l Airport

Media Relations Manager

STARTING: $52,000
Applications Accepted Until 2 p.m. February 10, 2005

Minimum Job Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, English, or Communications required; four – five years of experience in public relations or related experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this position.

Purpose of the Job:
This employee is responsible for managing the media needs of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport by developing media plans, press material, and pitching stories to the media that meet the City of Atlanta/Department of Aviation policy and strategic goals as well as the department’s overall communications objectives. Ensures positive public image and develops and implements a strategic media relations campaign. Additional media relations duties include: maintaining positive relations and credibility with the media, ensuring crisis management activities are handled with integrity.

The candidate must have considerable knowledge of journalism and news media practices, policies and procedures as necessary in the completion of daily responsibilities. The candidate must comply with department plans and objectives for the expedience and effectiveness of specific duties of the City. The candidate must implement long-term goals for the department in order to promote effectiveness and efficiency. Have general knowledge of all applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the job. The candidate must effectively communicate and interact with supervisors, elected officials, employees, members of the general public, media and all other groups involved in the activities of the City as they relate to the department.

These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

To Apply For This Job
Please apply online by completing a City of Atlanta application at: www.atlantaga.gov
and faxing it to Public Relations Manager Lanii
Thomas at 404-209-2942 or 404-305-7934
Resume and 3 professional references are also required.

The Examination For This Job Will Consist Of An Evaluation Of Applicant Training And Experience.