Airport Communications Manager

Overview

The purpose of this job is to effectively manage internal and external communications for the Department of Aviation Office of Communications at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. This manager reports to the Assistant Director of Communications and is responsible for managing the Airport’s Speakers Bureau, developing speeches, PowerPoint presentations and talking points on behalf of the general manager and other senior executives.

• Manages internal communications, including compiling content for a monthly newsletter and managing a team of webmasters to keep Airport employees and stakeholders abreast of Airport priorities and initiatives;
• Manages the Airport’s intranet site, assigning and producing content;
• Serves as primary editor for the Airport’s website, updating content and troubleshooting areas as needed;
• Oversees the Aviation section of the City of Atlanta’s website;
• Oversees editing of internal and external communications produced by all Department of Aviation units, including updates on ATLNext;
• Works with the Marketing division to develop content for fliers, brochures, campaigns, advertorials and TV scripts for branding initiatives including, but not limited to, ATL SkyPointe, ATL Experiences and travel industry engagement;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills as well as thorough knowledge of proofreading and editing techniques.
• Knowledge of impression management, ability to write informative, concise articles and compelling, accurate talking points.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with management, other employees, contractors and members of the general public.
• Ability to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear manner.
• Ability to gather web analytics, oversee web trends and other material with efficiency and on deadline.
• Outstanding organizational, interpersonal and technical skills with attention to detail. Assemble data and create reports in a clear, concise and effective manner.
• Ability to be highly effective in a fast-paced environment and to lead and motivate a team to perform.
• Flexibility to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to perform within deadlines and under pressure. Creative problem solver and self‑starter with a desire to serve the public interest.
• A commitment to public service and a good sense of humor are desirable.

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications or a related discipline
• 5-7 years of experience in a related field

Previous experience as a copy editor for a newspaper, magazine or similar publication is a plus. In addition, design experience is preferred.

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job. Light work:
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship.

If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.