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The Assistant Director of Public & Media Relations is the chief source for information about Millikin University and is responsible for telling the University’s story to enhance the Millikin brand by creating high-quality content such as news releases, feature pieces, articles, and other written materials.
This role is responsible for the planning, execution, analysis, and continual improvement of a comprehensive, proactive, and outcomes-driven media and public relations plan that enhances Millikin University’s visibility, reputation, relationships, and resources. The outcomes of these efforts will demonstrate increased awareness and interest of the University. The Assistant Director of Public & Media Relations is also responsible for assisting in managing emergency and crisis communications plans and activities. The position's scope of influence is both University and community wide. Success in this position necessitates skills in writing, communication, leadership, and collaboration with constituents across marketing and media, campus, and community. The Assistant Director’s schedule includes working evenings and/or weekends when necessary.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Writes and produces content for news releases, feature stories, articles, media advisories, alerts, and other written media relations materials
- Yields high-quality media coverage for the University by proactively developing and maintaining relationships and opportunities with local and national media
- Stays apprised of Millikin events and activities both on- and off-campus to identify and pursue opportunities for appropriate media coverage
- Develops and implements a comprehensive media relations plan at the local, regional, state, and national level
- Creates and maintains the news section of millikin.edu (millikin.edu/news)
- Organizes press conferences, media tours, interviews, and other events and activities to promote Millikin's academic programs, initiatives, and news
- Serves as key media relations contact and provides communication support during crisis and emergency events
- Collaborates with appropriate University offices to develop media strategies to advance the Millikin brand
- Monitors Millikin's presence in traditional, online, and social media outlets through the use of media tracking software (Cision)
- Creates and publishes student achievements on the University website
- Provides communication support for administrators, faculty, staff and students
- Tracks current events and higher education issues to explore opportunities for media placements and university collaboration
- Attends and participates in appropriate conferences, events, and networks to establish significant positioning in the community and represent the University
- Works independently and as a productive collaborator of the Marketing & Media Relations team
- Responds to tight deadlines and works on multiple projects simultaneously
- Assists the communications team with special projects and departmental initiatives, performing other work-related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to succeed in a result-driven professional organization. Maintaining professional performance, demeanor, team-approach and focus on results while working under pressure in a dynamic environment.
Minimum Education and/or Experience:
- Excellent writing, editing, interviewing, and networking skills
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, English, or another related field
- Minimum three years’ professional experience in media relations or related communication field
- Ability to work independently on projects and collaborate as a strong team member
- A high degree of creativity, initiative, and integrity
- Willingness to stay up to date with emerging trends in media relations
- A confident, professional, and positive attitude
- Sound organizational skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent knowledge of public relations and strategic communication principles and best practices
- Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and with precise execution
INTRODUCTION
The Assistant Director of Public & Media Relations is the chief source for information about Millikin University and is responsible for telling the University’s story to enhance the Millikin brand by creating high-quality content such as news releases, feature pieces, articles, and other written materials.
This role is responsible for the planning, execution, analysis, and continual improvement of a comprehensive, proactive, and outcomes-driven media and public relations plan that enhances Millikin University’s visibility, reputation, relationships, and resources. The outcomes of these efforts will demonstrate increased awareness and interest of the University. The Assistant Director of Public & Media Relations is also responsible for assisting in managing emergency and crisis communications plans and activities. The position's scope of influence is both University and community wide. Success in this position necessitates skills in writing, communication, leadership, and collaboration with constituents across marketing and media, campus, and community. The Assistant Director’s schedule includes working evenings and/or weekends when necessary.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Writes and produces content for news releases, feature stories, articles, media advisories, alerts, and other written media relations materials
- Yields high-quality media coverage for the University by proactively developing and maintaining relationships and opportunities with local and national media
- Stays apprised of Millikin events and activities both on- and off-campus to identify and pursue opportunities for appropriate media coverage
- Develops and implements a comprehensive media relations plan at the local, regional, state, and national level
- Creates and maintains the news section of millikin.edu (millikin.edu/news)
- Organizes press conferences, media tours, interviews, and other events and activities to promote Millikin's academic programs, initiatives, and news
- Serves as key media relations contact and provides communication support during crisis and emergency events
- Collaborates with appropriate University offices to develop media strategies to advance the Millikin brand
- Monitors Millikin's presence in traditional, online, and social media outlets through the use of media tracking software (Cision)
- Creates and publishes student achievements on the University website
- Provides communication support for administrators, faculty, staff and students
- Tracks current events and higher education issues to explore opportunities for media placements and university collaboration
- Attends and participates in appropriate conferences, events, and networks to establish significant positioning in the community and represent the University
- Works independently and as a productive collaborator of the Marketing & Media Relations team
- Responds to tight deadlines and works on multiple projects simultaneously
- Assists the communications team with special projects and departmental initiatives, performing other work-related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to succeed in a result-driven professional organization. Maintaining professional performance, demeanor, team-approach and focus on results while working under pressure in a dynamic environment.
Minimum Education and/or Experience:
- Excellent writing, editing, interviewing, and networking skills
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, English, or another related field
- Minimum three years’ professional experience in media relations or related communication field
- Ability to work independently on projects and collaborate as a strong team member
- A high degree of creativity, initiative, and integrity
- Willingness to stay up to date with emerging trends in media relations
- A confident, professional, and positive attitude
- Sound organizational skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent knowledge of public relations and strategic communication principles and best practices
- Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and with precise execution
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Director of Public Relations
Document progressive PR leadership experience
EB-3 skilled worker requires at least two years of experience, but EB-2 demands five years of progressive experience if you hold only a bachelor's degree. Gather performance reviews, promotions, and campaign outcomes now, before PERM recruitment begins.
Search verified green card sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with confirmed PERM filing history for Director of Public Relations roles, so you're targeting companies that have already navigated the DOL labor certification process for this occupation.
Check prevailing wage tiers before salary negotiations
PERM requires your offered wage to meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify which wage level your experience supports before you enter offer negotiations.
Confirm your O*NET occupation code with HR
PERM filings for Director of Public Relations must reference the correct SOC code from O*NET. Ask HR which code they plan to use, since a mismatch between your duties and the certified code can complicate AC21 portability later.
Target agencies with in-house immigration counsel
PR agencies and large corporate communications departments that already employ sponsored workers are more likely to understand the PERM recruitment-test timeline, which typically spans several months before DOL certifies the application.
Understand priority date backlogs before you sign
Employment-based green cards have per-country annual limits. If you're a national of a high-demand country, your priority date may not become current for years after I-140 approval. Confirm this with USCIS Visa Bulletin projections before accepting an offer.
Green Card Director of Public Relations: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the PERM process for a Director of Public Relations role?
PERM labor certification requires your employer to obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, conduct a formal recruitment test across multiple channels to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available, and then file ETA Form 9089 with DOL. Only after DOL certifies that filing can the employer submit the I-140 immigrant petition to USCIS. The entire PERM stage can take a year or more.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary work status with two- or three-year increments; green card sponsorship results in lawful permanent residence. PERM requires a full DOL recruitment test and prevailing wage determination, which H-1B does not. Green cards also carry per-country annual limits, so your priority date and country of birth directly affect how long you wait after PERM certification and I-140 approval.
Where can I find employers who sponsor green cards for Director of Public Relations positions?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified PERM filing history for communications and PR leadership roles, letting you focus your search on companies that have already completed the DOL process for this occupation. Generic job boards don't surface PERM history, so you can spend months applying to employers who have never sponsored a permanent resident.
Does my advanced degree in communications or public relations qualify me for EB-2?
Yes, an advanced degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a closely related field satisfies the EB-2 educational requirement. If you hold only a bachelor's degree, USCIS requires five years of progressive post-degree experience in PR to substitute. Your employer documents the degree requirement in the PERM application, so the job description must genuinely require that level of education.
Can I change employers after my green card case is filed?
AC21 job portability lets you change to a same or similar occupation once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days. If you change employers before that threshold, you'll typically need a new PERM filing. Your approved I-140 priority date can transfer to a new employer's I-140 petition if the original was already approved, preserving your place in the queue.