KPS3 is seeking a standout PR professional ready to make their mark as our Associate Director of Public Relations.

With at least 10 years of agency or corporate experience, you know the work, you know the industry and you know how to deliver. You're a natural at building PR plans that actually work, helping clients hit their goals, and knowing exactly when to create a moment versus when to let one unfold. You do all of this on time, on budget and without breaking a sweat (okay, maybe a little sweat).

If you believe content is king, that data isn't the enemy of creativity, and that a press release is just the beginning, you're speaking our language. If you know the real magic happens when a great team, genuine trust and a diverse roster of clients come together, keep reading. If you want to work somewhere that runs on curiosity, rewards bold thinking and genuinely lives its values, not just posts them on a wall, we want to meet you.

We are looking for a progressive public relations professional based in the Greater Reno/Tahoe area who can:

• Develop public relations plans based on PRSA's RPIE model in conjunction with department leadership
• Write AP-style news and creative content grounded in strategy and data
• Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills on behalf of clients
• Produce media events and get excited about facilitating in-person media opportunities
• Pitch statewide, regional and national media and land clients top-tier placements
• Develop and deliver compelling, newsworthy content to media partners
• Proactively identify and pursue valuable media opportunities for clients
• Manage editorial and content calendars with precision and foresight
• Stay current on news trends and topics, quickly assessing and acting on opportunities for individual clients
• Conduct research to sharpen client story pitches and leverage market opportunities
• Excel at public speaking, including client presentations and internal team meetings
• Prepare, participate in and/or lead client meetings and collaborations
• Lead communications strategy during a crisis or emerging issue
• Bring some level of public affairs experience to the table—familiarity with government relations, policy issues or community stakeholder engagement is a definite bonus
• Measure, measure, measure, tracking KPIs and reporting on what's working and why
• Learn and leverage tools like Muck Rack and Looker Studio to drive results
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple priorities with ease
• Love being part of an integrated PR and marketing team delivering excellent client results
• Manage your work with autonomy and accountability

Some perks and company stuff:

• We’ve won “Best Places to Work” in northern Nevada again and again (and again)
• We pay 100% of your medical, dental and vision insurance premiums on your behalf
• Can’t forget about life insurance—we cover that, too.
• Profit-sharing is a thing, because we’re in this together.
• We give longevity bonuses at one, three, and five years.
• After 10 years with KPS3, we take the relationship to the next level with company shares (or bonus options) and a paid one-month sabbatical.
• 401K matching!
• We offer a hybrid remote and in-person working environment.
• You get loads of time off (20 days to start, and that doesn’t include the added holidays, parental leave, bereavement time, volunteer days, or longevity increases available).
• We issue employees an annual lifestyle benefit card that can only be spent on relaxation and fun.
• We don’t work on old computers or have old software.
• Your co-workers are smart, fun and charming.
• Flexibility - we ask a lot from everyone at KPS3, so it’s fair to ask us for some back.
• If you want to learn, go to a conference, or get certified, we encourage and support it.
• We’re a pet-friendly workplace for friendly pets.

We ask that candidates apply if you’re looking to advance your career and have a minimum of 10 years of experience in the public relations industry in an agency or corporate communications setting. Spanish-English bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.