Senior Media & Public Relations Coordinator

Senior Media & Public Relations Coordinator

This in-person senior External Communications role reports to the Manager of Media & Public Relations. Daily work entails, but is not limited to, writing press releases and blogs; planning and executing marketing campaigns; pitching media; responding to media and public inquiries; supporting and coordinating with North American field teams and U-Haul International (UHI) departments to meet their needs; research and analysis projects; and other duties to protect and boost the brand image and voice of U-Haul Holding Co. and its subsidiaries. Public speaking, on-camera appearances and serving as a Company representative at various functions are also required. Management skills are needed to direct and maximize the efficiency of U-Haul PR interns as their primary point of contact. Oversee and effectively utilize media monitoring, media outreach and industry analysis tools contracted by the External Comms team. Research and proactively apply for awards that bring recognition to UHI products, services, programs, people, departments and good works. Manage the writing and distribution of new dealer press releases to promote small businesses that partner with UHI as rental locations, as well as disaster relief press releases that promote goodwill offers to communities in need. Assist with regular content creation for uhaul.com, the myuhaulstory.com blog, and other UHI forums. Assist the Manager of Media & PR with crisis management as situations arise and be a lead decision-maker when needed. Advise and prepare UHI personnel and field teams for media opportunities and public presentations. Lead media or public tours of U-Haul-owned properties when needed. Accurately represent the values and views of U-Haul in all public-facing capacities.

Qualifications:

Candidates should have a minimum of seven years in a Public Relations, Journalistic, Communications, Marketing or related field with a track record of success; excellent writing skills and portfolio; command of the AP stylebook; exceptional time management; the ability to thrive independently and as part of a team; and the creativity to evaluate and implement new tactics for effective campaigns and messaging.

Occasional travel may be required. Position to be filled on the 23rd floor of the new U-Haul Tower at 20 E. Thomas in Midtown Phoenix. Full benefits, including access to the state-of-the-art Shoen Family Conference and Fitness Center on campus. Competitive salary to align with experience. While Monday to Friday business hours apply, must be able to contribute remotely as part of a rotating weekend schedule for distributing U-Haul-related breaking news to the field and responding to customers in need, and must be able to assist on a 24/7 basis for crisis scenarios and urgent field requests when they arise.

Why U-Haul?:

• Full Medical coverage

• Prescription plans

• Dental & Vision Plans

• New indoor fitness gym

• Gym Reimbursement Program

• Registered Dietitian Program

• Weight Watchers

• Onsite medical clinic for you and your family

• Career stability

• Opportunities for advancement

• Valuable on-the-job training

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Free online courses for personal and professional development at U-Haul University®

• Business and travel insurance

• You Matter Employee Assistance Program

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• 401(k) Savings Plan

• Life insurance

• Critical Illness/Group Accident

• 24-hour physician available for kids

• MetLaw Legal program

• MetLife auto and home insurance

• Mindset App Program

• Discounts on cell phone plans, hotels, and more

• LifeLock Identity Theft

• Savvy consumer wellness programs - from health care tips to financial wellness

• Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program

• U-Haul Federal Credit Union

• Wellness Program

U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applications for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, provincial, state, or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.

About Us

Since 1945, U-Haul has been serving do-it-yourself movers and their households. Like many other successful ventures, the concept for U-Haul was generated out of need. After World War II, there existed the widespread need for do-it-yourself moving equipment that would be available on a one-way, nationwide basis.

U-Haul co-founders L.S. "Sam" Shoen and his wife, Anna Mary Carty Shoen, recognized that need and acted upon it. Their visionary approach spread the cost of ownership among many users, facilitating the mobility of the populations of the U.S. and Canada. The covered wagon of the pioneers morphed into orange U-Haul trailers. In the process, an industry was born.

U-Haul Holding Company and its family of companies, including U-Haul, have strived to create a culture of health and wellness. As of February 1, 2020, and consistent with applicable law, no U-Haul Holding Company or its family of companies will hire individuals in states where it may lawfully decline to hire individuals who use nicotine products (Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia and Washington). This policy will not apply to team members hired before February 1, 2020.