Coordinate and oversee 's multi-state community outreach programs including media relations, crisis communications, advertising and ambassador training programs.

• Oversee 's multi-state community outreach program.

• Serve as multi-state crisis communications contact.

• Develop and oversee 's community ambassador training program, including selection of ambassadors, orientation, media and crisis communications training and refresher courses.

• Oversee public relations agencies and message development, advertising, special programs and events, and collateral material.

• Coordinate and participate in communications training program for designated employees (training included media, crisis communications and gatekeeper.)

• Provide general public relations support for local employment centers and field offices including managing events, media interviews, meetings and field tours.

• Maintain and update regional operations content for internet and extranet.

• Develop and maintain key contacts database for designated operating areas.

• Research, write and edit speeches, presentations, press releases and backgrounders.

• Work with 's lobbyists and government relations staff in a coordinated effort
  
• Serve as Company spokesperson to the media and various stakeholder groups
  

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism or related field preferred
  
• 5 years experience in public relations or related field
  
• Strategic thinker, able to work under pressure and for extended hours as needed
  
• Outstanding oral and written communications skills
  
• Knowledge of  Microsoft Word and PowerPoint software programs
  
• Professional appearance and demeanor
  
• Ability to work with all levels within the organization
  
• Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects and analyze financial information
  
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
  
• Background in oil and gas or other extractive or manufacturing type industries preferred
  
• Travel required 50 percent of the time.