Public Relations Project Coordinator

The Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) provides support and services to the social work regulatory community to advance safe, competent, and ethical practices to strengthen public protection.

The Public Relations and Communications Strategy team works to elevate the association's voice, build relationships with media outlets and industry partners, and position our leadership and members as trusted voices in the profession.

The Public Relations Project Coordinator supports the Public Relations and Communications Strategy team in advancing the association's visibility and reputation. This role focuses on coordinating media relations, supporting thought leadership initiatives, and assisting with speaking engagements and conference participation across the organization. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented communications professional who thrives on managing multiple moving parts, building relationships with external partners, and helping translate organizational expertise into public-facing opportunities.

THIS IS NOT A FULLY REMOTE POSITION. Because this is a hybrid position, preferred candidates will reside in Virginia, Washington, DC, and Maryland, and be able to commute to the office for in-person meetings and team activities a minimum of two days a month.

• Support the development and distribution of press releases, media advisories, and pitches
• Help maintain and grow relationships with relevant journalists, editors, and media outlets
• Monitor relevant media coverage and industry news and compile coverage reports
• Respond to routine media inquiries and route others to the appropriate spokespeople
• Assist in the preparation of briefing materials and talking points ahead of media interviews

• Assist in the development and placement of op-eds, bylined articles, blog posts, and other thought leadership content within profession-appropriate outlets and platforms
• Coordinate with internal colleagues, including ASWB staff leadership, members, and volunteers, to gather insights and source content for thought leadership initiatives
• Track industry trends and conversations to help identify timely opportunities for the association to contribute its perspective
• Work with the Senior Manager and Director to maintain an editorial calendar for owned and placed thought leadership content

• Identify, track, and help secure speaking opportunities for association leadership and subject matter experts at conferences, panels, and industry events
• Coordinate logistics for speaking engagements, including submissions, scheduling, travel confirmation, communications/marketing materials, and briefing information
• Maintain a calendar of relevant conferences and events, and flag strategic opportunities for department and association leadership
• Support the development of speaker talking points, bios, and presentation materials in partnership with subject matter experts

• Maintain department records, including media contact lists, speaker rosters, and media outlets
• Support the planning and execution of public relations-related events or campaigns
• Assist with reporting on public relations and communications metrics (media placements earned, speaking engagements secured, thought leadership output executed, etc.)
• Collaborate with the broader Public Relations and Communications Strategy team on integrated messaging and campaigns

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• 3-5 years of experience in communications, event coordination, public relations, or a related role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and quality assurance
• Proofreading and editing competencies
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Expert level skills in the Microsoft Office software suite
• Willingness and ability to learn new computer software and adapt to department needs
• Comfort working across internal teams and with external partners, including media contacts, conference organizers, and vendors
• Experience in the nonprofit or association sector
• Familiarity with media monitoring or press release distribution tools
• Experience supporting conference or event logistics

including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, PTO, paid parental leave, retirement, and more!