The Pat Tillman Foundation (PTF) unites and empowers remarkable military veterans and spouses as the next generation of public and private sector leaders committed to service beyond self. Inspired by Pat Tillman, who proudly put his NFL career with the Arizona Cardinals on hold to serve his country, family and friends established the Pat Tillman Foundation following Pat’s death in April 2004 while serving with the 75th Ranger Regiment in Afghanistan. Over the last 20 years, the Pat Tillman Foundation has supported over 850 Tillman Scholars as they’ve furthered their education and increased their professional impact in the world.
The Pat Tillman Foundation is seeking a dynamic and motivated Public Relations Associate to join our team. As a Public Relations Associate, you will play a crucial role in promoting the Foundation's mission, programs, and impact to various stakeholders, including Tillman Scholars, donors, partners, and the public.
We understand that people gain skills through a variety of professional, personal, educational, and volunteer experiences. If you believe you have the skills to succeed in this role, regardless of industry, we encourage you to apply.
Who You Are
Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
2-3 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or corporate communications.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and work effectively in a team environment.
Extremely organized, thoughtful and detailed in approach across all elements of programming.
Experience with media monitoring and analytics tools (e.g., Cision, Muck Rack, Google Analytics) is preferred.
Passion for supporting veterans and military families is a plus.
What You’ll Do
Based in Chicago, the Pat Tillman Foundation has been ranked one of the Top 50 Nonprofits to Work for in the United States, according to the Nonprofit Times. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative and welcoming environment where passionate and curious thinkers will thrive.
This position will report to the Director of Marketing & PR and is based in Chicago, IL. The position is available immediately. The Pat Tillman Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages any and all qualified applicants