Public Relations Manager

Position:  Public Relations Manager

Hours: Part-time (28 hrs/wk)

Schedule: Monday-Wednesday, 9am-5pm and Thursday, 9am-2:30pm; occasional evening and weekend hours as needed.                             

Salary Range: $22- $24/ hour

Benefits: Voluntary 403(b) and PTO

Position Posting Date: January 29, 2025

Start Date: Position to be filled immediately; starting as soon as possible.

Position Description: Under the supervision of the Co-Executive Director, and working collaboratively with other members of the Communications Department and other departments at the LIM, the Public Relations Manager will oversee and implement all public relations strategies to promote the Long Island Museum as a lively and engaging place to visit, a vital cultural resource worthy of community support, and an important regional museum. This position is integral to promoting the LIM’s mission, exhibitions, educational programs and events. The ideal candidate will be a creative, detail-oriented professional with a passion for cultural institutions, storytelling and building community connections. Responsible for implementing an overall marketing and public relations plan, designed to achieve museum goals and reach targeted audiences.

Requirements Include: Bachelor’s Degree, major or concentration in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism or equivalent strongly preferred.  The successful candidate possesses strong written, verbal, interpersonal and organizational skills and is highly collaborative, detail-oriented, with a commitment to quality. Proficiency with Windows, Google Workspace. Experience and knowledge of best practices in professional use of social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn). Experience with public/media relations, preferably in a professional capacity. Must be able to work independently and possess excellent time management skills. Experience in Constant Contact, WordPress, Canva.

Additional Information: Any offer of employment will be contingent on the satisfactory completion of a criminal background check performed by an outside vendor. For additional information, please contact Anna Gass, Human Resources Administrator at [email protected].

Application Instructions: Interested applicants are asked to please fill out an application and submit their resume at this link:  https://forms.gle/CzynZDqSxNzYsA9g9