Associate Specialist - Public Relations

Energy Transfer , recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers , is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy . We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where w e have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary

This position reports to the Public Relations Supervisor. The Public Relations Associate Specialist position will work with the Public Relations team to shape the Partnership’s brand internally and externally through traditional and non-traditional media including digital platforms. This position will also help support the Partnership’s community affairs outreach, social media content creation and engagement, expenses and invoicing, employee volunteer programs and sponsorship strategies.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage the PR department’s expenses, including invoice submittals, coding, and tracking. Coordinate with external vendors, agencies, and contractors on communications initiatives.
• Create, edit, and schedule content for multiple social media platforms. Capture and edit short-form video, photos, and graphics for digital channels. Act as on-camera brand representative.
• Manage social media community engagement. Stay informed on industry trends, media developments, and emerging social media practices. Track performance metrics and help prepare monthly analytics reports.
• Interact with the media, including serving as a spokesperson on both Partnership and project-specific issues.
• Monitor media coverage and compile reports summarizing news mentions and sentiment.
• Support crisis communications planning and response as needed. Assist with planning and logistics for company events, site visits, and media tours.
• Enhance the Partnership’s environmental, health and safety communications initiatives.
• Develop and execute PR programs to position the Partnership as a good corporate citizen for employees, investors, regulatory agencies and customers.
• Develop and implement strategic internal communications and public relations plans that inform and engage employees on the Partnership.
• Other job duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in corporate communications, PR, or a similar role.
• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, Journalism or Marketing Communications is preferred.
• Excellent writer and communicator.
• Solid understanding of AP writing style.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Basic knowledge of excel with some math skills.
• Execution focus and a strong sense of urgency.
• Some travel will be required.
  
  

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings which may include hazardous materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.