Judith Cushman & Associates
On Behalf of Their Client

Position Title:

Account Director (AD), Public Sector

Starting Date:

Immediate

Salary: 

A competitive compensation program including bonus and relocation is available.

Job Description:

Our client is a well-respected global multi-service Public Relations agency. The client base is comprised of Fortune 500 companies in diverse industries with an emphasis in technology. Located in the Puget Sound region (Washington State), the firm has a well defined culture along with clearly articulated mission, vision, and values. The firm is seeking an Account Director for the public sector initiatives on a global technology account.

This PR position focuses on application success stories/media relations, managing day-to-day client relations, and mentoring staff. The AD will be responsible for the creation, development, and placement of news and feature stories through a variety of traditional and non-traditional outlets, including social media, for example. The objective is to position the client as the preferred technology partner and trusted advisor in four vertical markets: education, government, health care, and defense/public safety. This is a global position and there will be one to two international trips annually.

The goals of the program are to: tell stories with the cooperation of customers/clients in single story applications and trend articles, showcase the human impact of client programs adopted by customers, and highlight the solutions that meet customer needs as well as have the potential for positive impact.

In addition to media relations and management responsibilities, the AD acts as communications strategist for the client and as manager and developer of account professionals. The AD serves as the point of integration and counsel for his/her team by managing the account and resources on a day-to-day basis.

Academic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or related field. Advanced degree desirable.

Experience Requirements:

A minimum of seven years’ experience in high tech Public Relations with a mix of agency and corporate experience is highly desirable. Corporate experience alone will be considered. Agency experience gained on business (not necessarily technology) accounts is also acceptable. Media experience with demonstrated results is a requirement along with excellent writing skills. Small team supervisory experience is expected.

Application Process/Deadlines:

For potential candidates, an in-depth job description is available. Contact:

Judy Cushman

Judith Cushman & Associates

Retained Search

Bellevue, WA 98008

424.392.8660

jcushman@jc-a.com

Contact:

Judith Cushman

Mailing Address:

P. O. Box 91, Issaquah, WA 98027

Date Listing Ends:

August 15, 2008