Public Relations Coordinator

Company: Utah Transit Authority
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

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. As the Public Relations Coordinator, you will:

• Write, proof, lay out, format, and edit a wide range of communication materials, including fact sheets, brochures, website content, blogs, awards, newsletters, social media posts, speeches, media releases, reports, slide presentations, talking points, and more.
• Develop written copy for creative resource materials in both print and digital formats.
• Develop, manage, and implement strategies to elevate Utah Transit Authority (UTA)'s thought leadership within the community and industry with executive leadership and trustees.
• Ghostwrite various content on behalf of the organization and executive leadership, 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.
• Identify, pitch, and secure executive speaking opportunities, board service, industry presentations, publication features, awards, and similar opportunities to enhance UTA's community support and professional reputation.
• Lead initiatives and collaborate with the media team to maintain a positive public image and ensure consistent brand messaging, writing style, and voice across all external communications.
• Serve as a public information officer with the media, as directed, communicating messages on behalf of the agency to the public.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.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION/TRAINING:Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Communications, or related field.EXPERIENCE:Three (3) to five (5) years 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 strongly preferred.
  • Understanding of Utahs political, nonprofit, media, and mobility/transportation stakeholder landscape.
  • Applied knowledge of ghostwriting techniques and thought leadership best practices.
  • Strategies and channels for executive communication internal and external, and Utah political landscape.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 and executive communication strategies, including LinkedIn, newsletters, podcasts, video, and blogs.
    • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering error-free content.
    • Experience as a public information officer or media spokesperson preferred.Abilities & Competencies
      • Adapt writing style to different tones, formats, and audiences.
      • Create a strategic communications plan and execute deadlines.
      • Self-starter, ability to work independently with minimal direction.
      • Absorb complex information quickly and translate for general audiences.
      • Embraces Outward Mindset Exhibiting strong E.I. skills (self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship management). Relating comfortably with people across levels, functions, culture, and geography. Partnering with others to get work done. Managing conflict. Seeking feedback without being defensive.
      • Develops Self & Others Taking action to continuously improve. Accepting assignments that broaden capabilities. Placing a high priority on developing others. Developing others through coaching, feedback, exposure, and stretch assignments.
      • Ensures Fairness Concerned with the welfare of others and expressing that concern on a personal level. Distributing resources fairly. Giving others a voice prior to reaching decisions that affect them. Reaching decisions through a fair process. Explaining to others why and how decisions were made that impact them.
      • Puts Safety First Acting as a Safety Ambassador by working safely, complying with requirements and serving as an example to others. Wearing required personal protective equipment. Supporting safety activities. Promptly reporting hazards, unsafe work practices, near misses, and accidents.
      • Instills Trust Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
      • Values Differences Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
      • Builds Effective Teams Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
      • Drives Engagement Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
      • Ensures Accountability Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.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.] As a full-time Administrative Employee, your Total Rewards Benefits Package will include:
        • 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 and EoS Fitness.
        • Discounted cell phone plans with T-Mobile and AT&T.
        • Pet insurance plan options (tailored plan coverage based on pets health and needs).For more information on UTAs Total Rewards benefits package, please visit: https://jobs.jobvite.com/rideuta/#benefitsPay Range: $52,300.00 or more. Depending on experienceIf interested, apply before: Monday, June 2nd, 2025 @ 5:59 PM MST* 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.PM21
          
          
          
          
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