Public Relations Specialist

Mosaic

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Des Moines, Iowa

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Public Relations Specialist will develop and execute community relations strategies to boost local awareness and engagement. They will also manage volunteer teams, organize events, and collaborate on print and digital content.

Qualifications

You have an Associate's Degree in marketing, public relations, or communications, and at least one year of relevant experience. You are a tech-savvy professional proficient with standard office equipment and Open Office, possessing strong relationship-building skills and the ability to present professionally.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Raiser's Edge

Open Office

Job Description

Join the Movement: We Need a Storyteller!

Are you a bridge-builder, a myth-buster, and a community-connector rolled into one? At Mosaic, we don’t just offer "real life and real possibilities" —we create them. We are looking for a Public Relations Specialist to join our Central Iowa crew and help us relentlessly pursue opportunities that empower people.

If you have grit, a heart for belonging, and the communication chops to make some noise for a great cause, we want to meet you.

The Gig in a Nutshell

You aren't just "doing PR." You are the architect of awareness. Your mission is to develop and execute a comprehensive plan that gets the community talking, volunteering, and giving back to ensure the people we support have a powerful voice.

What You’ll Actually Be Doing:

  • Plan & Execute: You’ll be the brains behind our community relations strategy to boost local awareness.
  • Throw Great Events: Develop activities that turn strangers into donors, volunteers, and advocates.
  • Lead the Squad: Recruit and manage our community advisory committee and volunteer teams.
  • Network Like a Pro: Build bridges with local media, foundations, and faith communities.
  • Collaborate: Partner with our Mission Advancement team to create killer print and digital content.
  • Data Wizardry: Keep our contact lists sharp using Raiser's Edge.

SCHEDULE: Days, 40hr/week, other hours (evenings & weekends) as needed for events and networking.

Commitment to Mosaic Values:

At Mosaic, we believe in creating a workplace where everyone has the chance to contribute and succeed. This commitment is not just a policy, it's the way we work. It's good for the workforce, it's good for Mosaic, and it's the right thing to do.

Qualifications

Are You the One?

We’re looking for a self-starter who can work independently but loves a team huddle. To thrive in this role, you’ll need an Associate’s Degree in marketing, public relations, or communications , plus at least one year of experience in the field.

Beyond the degree, you should be a tech-savvy pro who can navigate standard office equipment and Open Office. You’re someone with strong relationship-building skills who can present to any audience with professional courtesy. Finally, since community work doesn’t always happen behind a desk, you must be ready to travel and work flexible hours as needed

What YOU’LL get:

  • Education Assistance: Available after 60 days of employment to help you further your education or develop your career.

  • Health & Wellness: Health, Dental, Vision, and Prescription options.

  • Growth: Continuous Professional & Personal Development Opportunities.

  • Future Planning: 403b Retirement Plan to invest in your future

  • Balance: Flexible Time Off—this benefit affords YOU the flexibility to take time off when needed while balancing work and personal life.

Mosaic

Mosaic is a whole-person healthcare organization reaching across 12 states providing support to nearly 5,000 people. Services empower people with disabilities, mental and behavioral needs and autism, as well as aging adults to live their best life. Mosaic is an affiliated social ministry organization of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and a member of Lutheran Services in America. Mosaic is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. For more information, visit MosaicInfo.org.
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