Rapid Response & Media Relations Coordinator

About the Role

The National Violence Prevention Hotline (NVPH) is seeking a Rapid Response & Media Relations Coordinator to support the organization's public relations, media outreach, and rapid response communications. This position focuses on monitoring breaking news, connecting with reporters covering relevant stories, and identifying opportunities for NVPH to contribute to public conversations about violence prevention, public safety, and crisis intervention.

Working under the Associate Director of External Affairs, the Coordinator will help develop timely media responses, draft press releases, and build relationships with journalists to increase awareness of NVPH's mission and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor breaking news and identify reporters covering stories relevant to NVPH's mission.
• Engage with journalists through X (formerly Twitter), email, and other appropriate channels to offer NVPH as a resource for commentary and interviews.
• Draft press releases, media advisories, public statements, and reporter outreach messages.
• Research journalists and media outlets and maintain media contact lists.
• Track outreach efforts, media responses, and relevant news coverage.
• Identify opportunities for proactive media engagement and increased organizational visibility.
• Coordinate with the Associate Director of External Affairs to ensure communications are accurate, professional, and appropriately approved.

Qualifications

Required:

• Currently enrolled in or have completed a bachelor's degree program in journalism, communications, public relations, political science, public policy, public health, or a related field.
• Strong writing, editing, research, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with X and professional social media communication.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience with journalism, media outreach, press releases, public relations, or strategic communications.
• Interest in violence prevention, crisis intervention, public safety, or nonprofit advocacy.

Schedule & Location Eligibility

This is a flexible, remote position averaging 5–8 hours per week. Some flexibility may be needed to address timely media opportunities during agreed-upon working hours; around-the-clock availability is not required.

NVPH is currently accepting applicants residing in Texas, Kansas, California, Washington, Missouri, Kentucky, New York, Vermont, and Mississippi. Exceptions may be considered in special circumstances based on organizational needs and applicable employment requirements.

Full Job Description

A full job description with additional details about responsibilities and qualifications will be provided during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The National Violence Prevention Hotline is an equal opportunity organization. We welcome qualified applicants and are committed to providing fair and equitable consideration without discrimination based on any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay: $31.00 - $35.80 per hour

Expected hours: 5.0 – 8.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you currently reside in Texas, Kansas, California, Washington, Missouri, Kentucky, New York, Vermont, or Mississippi? If not, please contact us at [email protected] to discuss whether an exception may be considered.

Work Location: Remote