Amtrak · 12 hours ago
Lead Public Relations Specialist - Infrastructure Communications -90400330 - Washington
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$94K/yr - $122K/yr
6+ years expAmtrak is committed to connecting businesses and communities across the country while ensuring the safety of its passengers and employees. The Lead Public Relations Specialist will support the Corporate Communications mission by developing and managing effective public relations campaigns to highlight Amtrak's infrastructure investments and advance corporate goals among stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Execute strategic communication plans to promote Amtrak's products, services, and business objectives through earned and shared coverage
Produce diverse written content including news releases, employee messages, and social media communications
Conduct media relations activities, acting as a spokesperson and organizing media events
Build and maintain relationships with editors/reporters, securing promotional interview opportunities
Monitor media coverage, produce comprehensive reports, and participate in crisis communications planning and execution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience
Plus 6 years of relevant work experience
Proficient in media relations and communications best practices
Exceptional written, editing, and verbal communication skills
Capable of simplifying complex material for various audiences
Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative abilities
Thrive in fast-paced environments, managing multiple projects and providing ongoing metrics
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience
Plus 8 years of relevant work experience
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision plans
Health savings accounts
Wellness programs
Flexible spending accounts
401K retirement plan with employer match
Life insurance
Short and long term disability insurance
Paid time off
Back-up care
Adoption assistance
Surrogacy assistance
Reimbursement of education expenses
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits
Rail pass privileges
Company
Amtrak
Amtrak is a provider of intercity passenger rail services across the country, connecting major cities and regions.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (48)
2024 (40)
2023 (50)
2022 (52)
2021 (42)
2020 (34)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$125.7MKey Investors
Federal Railroad AdministrationU.S. Department of Transportation
2024-09-03Grant· $63.9M
2023-09-25Grant· $8.8M
2022-08-18Grant· $45M
Leadership Team
John McSorley
Director of Critical Infrastructure Protection
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