Position Overview
As the Senior Corporate Communications Specialist at the Boy Scouts of America, you will play a crucial role in shaping and safeguarding the organization’s brand reputation. Through strategic public relations, media relations, and internal communications, you will contribute to positive brand building, crisis management, and effective information dissemination. Collaborating with internal teams, volunteers, and councils, you’ll be instrumental in aligning communications with BSA’s mission and values.
In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive public relations strategies that resonate with BSA’s objectives. You’ll provide valuable insights on media relationships, proactive and reactive messaging, and contribute to the creation and distribution of various public communications. Additionally, you’ll lead internal communications initiatives to engage, inform, and motivate BSA’s dedicated volunteers and staff.
Responsibilities
• Collaborate with the supervisor to design and execute comprehensive public relations strategies aligned with BSA’s goals, mission, and values.
• Offer expertise in media relationships, crafting proactive and reactive messaging, and guiding colleagues through crisis communications.
• Work collaboratively to develop internal communications that resonate across the organization.
• Engage with media on behalf of both national and local councils, tracking and analyzing campaign effectiveness.
• Provide insights and advice on issues management, aiding BSA leaders and colleagues in navigating crisis situations and unplanned events.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in communications, journalism, or a related field.
Qualifications
- 5 years of communications experience, with at least 3 years focused on issues management or crisis communications.
- Equivalent work-related experience demonstrating proficiency in the minimum qualifications is acceptable.
- Successful completion of a criminal history background check.
- Media relations principles, strategic communications planning, management practices, journalistic writing and editing techniques, standard office software.
- Establishing effective relationships with media, the public, and employees, clear verbal and written communication, disseminating information via media outlets, crisis communication planning.
- Manage stress, adapt, and maintain energy in a dynamic environment.
Benefits
Boy Scouts of America is an equal-opportunity employer. Benefits include major medical, prescription coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death, and a Match Savings plan. We also offer a generous PTO policy and BSA holiday observances.
Note: This job profile outlines key responsibilities and qualifications, but additional duties may be assigned to meet the organization’s evolving requirements.
If you are a skilled communicator with a passion for safeguarding the reputation of a respected organization, we invite you to apply for the Senior Corporate Communications Specialist role at the Boy Scouts of America. Join our team and contribute to the positive impact we make on young lives across the nation.
Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining the Boy Scouts of America team.
Since 1910, Boy Scouts of America (BSA) has encouraged personal growth by teaching youth how to set goals and achieve them with determination. BSA promotes a culture where youth, volunteers, and employees feel a sense of belonging-where every person feels respected and valued. We welcome families of all backgrounds to help prepare young people to serve as successful members and leaders of our nation’s diverse communities. Join us and help us mold the future leaders of America!