AAA Club Alliance · 1 day ago
Manager, Public Affairs
Cincinnati, OH - Central Parkway (Job Posting)
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
7+ years expAAA Club Alliance (ACA) is hiring for a Public Affairs Manager to join their team in Cincinnati! The Public Affairs Manager will work with the Director to execute integrated strategies across media relations, government affairs, and community engagement to elevate AAA’s brand and influence policy.
Consumer Services
Responsibilities
Develop and implement integrated public and government affairs strategies that support AAA’s goals and protect its interests
Serve as a spokesperson and public voice, engaging with media, government, community, and transportation stakeholders to influence policy and promote organizational objectives
Build and manage partnerships with government, education, and business entities; actively participate in task forces, workgroups, and traffic safety events
Create and distribute professional content (e.g., press releases, fact sheets, social media) aligned with corporate messaging; track media ROI
Lead media and community events; prepare and deliver testimony, speeches, and public correspondence
Execute engagement strategies to promote business lines, safety initiatives, special projects, and events
Maintain relationships with internal business units to support strategic initiatives
Oversee external consultants and lobbyists as needed
Manage specific projects or initiatives within the Public Affairs team
Collaborate with the Director on budgeting and expense monitoring
Stay informed on emerging technologies (e.g., generative AI, immersive media) to enhance and future-proof public affairs efforts
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, government affairs, or related field; advanced education, APR certification, or specialized training preferred
Minimum 7 years of experience in public/government relations, including safety education, media engagement, public speaking, and writing
Strong background in media (print, radio, TV) and legislative affairs preferred
Exceptional written and verbal communication
Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and project management
Ability to engage effectively with media, government agencies, and internal leadership
Skilled in stakeholder analysis and advocacy aligned with AAA's mission
Innovative approach to public/government affairs with measurable impact
Comfortable working independently and speaking publicly
Creative in developing promotional strategies
Proficient in social media and online advocacy tools
Knowledge of traffic safety, transportation, and travel-related legislation
Experienced in managing campaigns involving media and lobbying
Advanced PC skills, including Word, PowerPoint, graphic design software and emerging AI
Valid driver's license required
Preferred
Advanced education, APR certification, or specialized training
Strong background in media (print, radio, TV) and legislative affairs
Benefits
Competitive annual salary
Annual Bonus + Annual Merit Increase Eligibility
Hybrid schedule (3 days on-site weekly)
Comprehensive health benefits package
3+ weeks of paid time off accrued during your first year
401(K) plan with company match up to 7%
Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement
Paid time off to volunteer & company-sponsored volunteer events throughout the year
Other benefits include a free AAA Premier Membership
Health & Wellness Program
Health Concierge Service
Life Insurance and Short Term/Long Term Disability
Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options
Up to 2 weeks Paid parental leave
Paid company holidays
Company provided volunteer opportunities + 1 volunteer day per year
Free AAA Membership
Continual learning reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Company
AAA Club Alliance
For more than 100 years, we’ve been helping people get to where they’re going.
Founded in 1900Wilmington, Delaware, US
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tom Wiedemann
President & CEO
Cathy Ovchar
EVP and CFO
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