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Air Line Pilots Association · 1 day ago

Communications Specialist

McLean, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$79K/yr - $113K/yr

5+ years exp

The Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) is the largest airline pilot union in the world, representing over 80,000 pilots. They are seeking an experienced Communications Specialist to provide support for the advancement of the Association’s collective bargaining goals and manage various communications initiatives.

Airlines/Aviation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide communications support for the advancement of the Association’s collective bargaining goals and other ALPA-wide communications initiatives

Work with assigned leaders of the MECs, providing professional support in all areas of communication strategy, development, and execution

Assist non-assigned pilot groups and MECs, as needed, during end-game negotiations, special events, and other matters that require additional resources

Exercise excellent organizational and project management skills, take initiative, and ensure that project benchmarks and deadlines are met

Exhibit exceptional writing, problem-solving, consensus-building, and interpersonal skills to establish credibility with pilot leaders and ALPA’s professional staff

Develop and execute strategic media strategies that build awareness and support for key pilot group initiatives

Help individual pilot groups determine the proper development, packaging, placement, and timing of communications that advance specific MEC goals and assist their colleagues on similar projects as needed

Provide tactical communication support in the areas mentioned above

Qualification

Communications strategyMedia relationsSocial media managementAviation knowledgePublic relationsProject managementConsensus-buildingProfessional demeanorIndependent decision-makingComplex information interpretationCommunication for public understandingMulti-taskingWillingness to learnDesktop publishingWeb content managementVideographyAudio editingVideo editingInterpersonal skillsWriting skillsProblem-solvingTime managementAttention to detailFast-paced adaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in relevant area, e.g., Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field, from an accredited college or university is required, master's degree or completion of post-graduate courses preferred; or, the equivalent combination of education and practical experience

Five (5) years of experience in a communications role at ALPA or in an equivalent advocacy and/or communications position elsewhere required

Must be a self-starter with professional maturity and sound judgment, capable of independent decision-making

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, for effective interaction with internal staff, external contacts, and pilots, with attention to detail when reviewing and editing written materials

Must possess exceptional time management skills; be able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment; and, transition easily between projects

Experience planning and implementing social media and PR/education campaigns

Strong track record in developing, executing, and evolving comprehensive and proactive communications plans, as well as specific programs and campaigns a definite plus

Able to develop and execute multi-media strategies that build awareness and support for key pilot group initiatives

Software: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; basic videography, audio, and video editing required

Preferred

Aviation and/or labor union experience and/or knowledge strongly preferred

Ability to effectively interpret and disseminate complex information about aviation safety and security, labor contracts and collective bargaining, and communicate for public understanding strongly preferred

Possesses the professional demeanor necessary to address issues of the most complex nature, to establish credibility in often-contentious circumstances, and to positively affect members, the media, and other audiences

Knowledge of ALPA policies, processes, structure, and strategic plans strongly preferred

Knowledge of desktop publishing, presentation, design, and web content management preferred, with a willingness to learn new software applications to enhance effectiveness

Adobe Photoshop, Premiere, Illustrator, and InDesign, Vyond desirable

Sitecore, Evoq, and/or HTML a plus

Benefits

401k Plan with Non-Elective Employer Contribution of 12% plus 2% contribution into a Market-Based Cash Balance Plan (MBCBP) after 180 days of employment.

Generous health care benefits on day one – Aetna PPO Plan, Aetna High Deductible Health Plan, and a Kaiser HMO Plan (where available), which includes coverage for medical, dental, and vision benefits for the employee, their spouse, and/or dependent children.

15 days paid vacation and 13 holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year.

Generous sick and bereavement leave.

Competitive parental leave.

Company-paid coverage for long term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment.

Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts.

Retiree health plan and a retiree health account (retiree HRA). Funds in the retiree health account can be used to pay for eligible medical expenses in retirement.

Education Assistance Program that reimburses 100% of eligible expenses.

Optional benefits include a legal plan, supplemental life insurance, college 529 plan, pet insurance, long term care insurance, and qualified transportation fringe benefits (where available).

Partial remote work opportunities are available after six months of service.