Public Relations Specialist

Position: Community & Public Relations Specialist
Location: Mechanicsburg, PA
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM (Full-Time)

Who We Are:

West Shore Home is a technology-driven and industry-leading home improvement company specializing in high-quality and convenient remodels of Bathrooms, Windows, and Doors. West Shore Home operates in over 40 locations nationwide and is home to over 3,000 employees!

Purpose of Position:

The Community and Public Relations Specialist will be a key liaison between West Shore Home and community organizations in our markets. They will be integral in strategy development and execution at the corporate and branch level to strengthen and develop the West Shore Home brand nationwide. 

 

Key Role Accountabilities:

• Identify, develop, and assist in implementing Community Outreach opportunities that are in line with our brand, values, and mission.
• Development of communications to include, but not limited to, the quarterly West Shore Home newsletter, with idea generation, project management and article drafting.
• Ensure familiarity with local media organizations in each market, as well as trade industry publications and assist in media outreach for West Shore Home events.
• Monitor the news in each West Shore Home branch to understand the needs of each community, including any natural disasters, emergencies, or unforeseen events.
• Expected to travel up to 10% per year.

Minimum Requirements:

• College degree required. Preferably in the public relations or communications arena.
• Community relations, public relations, event planning, and administrative experience requested.
• Media relations experience, including media outreach and press release development.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance options (Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Life, Critical Illness, Short and Long-Term Disability)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• HSA plan with company match
• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Paid training and unlimited professional growth potential

Culture and Community:

We believe that when employees feel valued and supported, they perform at their best. Our dedication to fostering a strong, value-driven culture has consistently earned us the Top Workplaces USA award as one of the nation’s top employers, including recognition in Leadership, Purpose & Values, and Compensation & Benefits.

West Shore Home strives to Bring Happiness to Every Home® and that goes beyond our customers and employees. We support positive change in our communities by volunteering, giving back, and supporting nonprofits that make a difference. Learn more here: https://westshorehome.com/community/

It is the policy of West Shore Home to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All employees are subject to a pre-employment screening process including a background check and drug screen. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to your recruiter.