Senior Communications Specialist - PR & Communications

Senior Communications Specialist - PR & Communications The Company

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.

Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, we employ over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We encourage you to visit our website at  to learn more.

If you are ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in your work, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!

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The Senior Communications Specialist is responsible for elevating the visibility of Zurn Elkay and its trade brands by developing and implementing a proactive media relations strategy with trade press, industry media, and local community press. The role tells the Zurn Elkay story from within, producing compelling, journalistic-style content for internal communications channels for associates and reps, keeping all informed, connected, and engaged through newsworthy stories, personal profiles, and product updates.

The position also supports broader corporate communications priorities, contributing where strong, creative storytelling is needed to make an impact.

• Craft and deliver compelling trade press pitches and releases that go beyond product features and benefits, enhancing Zurn Elkay’s reputation for sustainability, innovation, and performance, and positioning the company and its leaders as credible thought leaders in the water solutions, plumbing, and building products space.
• Write, edit, and distribute press releases, media advisories, fact sheets, Q&A, bylined articles, and other materials that are clear, compelling, and aligned with corporate messaging and AP style.
• Support corporate communications initiatives, proactively identifying opportunities to generate positive media coverage, advance thought leadership, and strengthen the company’s narrative across key audiences.
• Support trade shows and other events, coordinating media outreach and preparing subject matter experts with briefing documents and talking points to ensure they are confident and on‑message.
• Develop and manage content strategy for internal communications channels and corporate and trade brand blogs, balancing planned storytelling with timely, news‑driven pieces to maintain a steady cadence of relevant, high‑quality communications.
• Research, interview, and write engaging, journalistic‑style content for Zurn Elkay’s associates and reps, ensuring all are informed about company news, milestones, people, and priorities.
• Collaborate closely with HR, marketing, lead generation, commercial, and business unit leaders on corporate communications initiatives, crafting plans, surfacing stories, aligning messaging, and ensuring internal and external narratives are consistent, accurate, and brand‑forward.
• Work with customers, subject matter experts, and other partners to research, interview, and craft compelling testimonials and case studies that reflect the successful implementation of products and solutions.
• Monitor, track, and report on media coverage and industry trends, providing regular analysis and actionable insights to communications leadership.
• Manage deadlines, priorities, and multiple concurrent assignments with strong attention to detail, thriving in a…