Associate, Public Relations

Team Rubicon (TR) is seeking an Associate, Public Relations to join TR's Brand & Communications team! The Associate, Public Relations will support and execute national media outreach efforts, enhancing TR’s visibility, strengthening relationships with media outlets, and driving brand awareness on a national scale. This position will focus on securing media coverage, managing press outreach, and ensuring consistent messaging across national platforms. The Associate, Public Relations will play a key role in building relationships with journalists, coordinating media opportunities, and supporting rapid-response communications during disaster operations. This individual must be proactive, detail-oriented, and skilled in media relations, with experience securing earned media placements and engaging with high-profile reporters and outlets.

Every day will be a challenge, but every month brings new opportunities for an organization that is quickly becoming a household name in disaster response. This position reports to TR’s Director, Communications and is based remote anywhere within the United States.

Duties:

• Lead national media outreach efforts, building and maintaining relationships with journalists, editors, and producers.
• Secure earned media placements across print, digital, and broadcast outlets to elevate TR’s brand and mission.
• Develop and distribute press materials, including media advisories, press releases, and key messaging documents.
• Coordinate media interviews, including scheduling, briefing spokespeople, and providing talking points.
• Monitor and analyze media coverage, identifying trends and opportunities for increased visibility.
• Support crisis communications and rapid-response efforts, ensuring timely and strategic media engagement.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align media outreach with TR’s broader brand and marketing efforts.
• Track and report on media outreach efforts, providing insights and recommendations for ongoing strategy.

Education and Background:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or a related field
• Proven ability to secure national media coverage and maintain relationships with high-profile reporters
• Experience writing press materials and coordinating media interviews.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives
• Experience using media monitoring platforms such as Muck Rack, Cision, or Meltwater
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment

Special Requirements: 

• This is a full-time; REMOTE position based anywhere within the United States and provides a flexible & non-traditional work schedule (relocation expenses not provided)

Job Type: 

• Full-time; salary, exempt

Job Tier:   

• Associate

Pay Range:  

• $47,054.09 - $80,205.84 per year

Cultural Values:  

• Mission First, Greyshirts Always: Anyone joining TR must understand that our mission to provide disaster response comes first 
• Step Into The Arena: TR needs leaders who aren’t afraid to dare to be great 
• Everyone Has A Role Know It: Ability to successfully navigate a fast-paced, high-growth environment and solve problems in the face of ambiguity 
• GSD: We are entrepreneurial, resourceful, and determined no matter how chaotic the situation 
• Change Your Socks: We take care of ourselves and each other so we are best equipped to serve those in greatest need 
• Adults Only: Every team member is an adult until proven otherwise 
• Your Mother’s A Donor: Every leader must be committed to fiduciary responsibility, transparency, and financial stewardship 

Perks of the Team:  

• Flexible Unlimited Paid Time Off  
• Generous holiday schedule (including a paid week off between winter holidays)  
• Matching 401k contributions up to 4% with no vesting requirement 
• 100% company-paid health benefits for employees and their dependents  
• Professional development, leadership development and events/conferences 
• Paid time off to volunteer with the non-profit of your choice
• One-week all-inclusive onboarding experience   

Learn more about Team Rubicon:  

• Website: Team Rubicon USA
• LinkedIn: Team Rubicon
• Facebook: Team Rubicon 
• X: @TeamRubicon
• YouTube:  Team Rubicon
• Instagram: @teamrubicon
• Threads: @teamrubicon
• TikTok: @teamrubicon

Team Rubicon is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to not only including but actively seeking out a diversity of lifestyles, experiences, perspectives, and voices in order to foster inclusion, growth, and innovation. Your candidacy will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.