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W.S. Badcock Corporation

Retail Sales

Sylacauga, AL · On-site

$12.25 - $14/hr

Promotes additional purchases and good public relations. Responsibilities * Greets customers ... Additional Information RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE: Greets customers and provides product and program ...

W.S. Badcock Corporation

Retail Sales

Prattville, AL · On-site

$14 - $16/hr

Promotes additional purchases and good public relations. Responsibilities * Greets customers ... Additional Information RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE: Greets customers and provides product and program ...

East Glen

Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$26.25 - $34.75/hr

... and public relations * Participates in staff development programs, staff meetings, and all ... Serves on hospital committees and multidisciplinary teams as assigned Education Associates Degree ...

Remington College

Externship Coordinator

Mobile, AL · On-site

$25/hr

Performs extensive field work in new site development and public relations within the parameters of ... An associate degree or higher in medical assisting, nursing, or a related field. * Related ...

U.S. Navy

$18.25 - $25/hr

Work directly with local news media organizations to release stories and develop public relations ... College credit hours toward a bachelor's or associate degree through the American Council on ...

U.S. Navy

$19.25 - $26.50/hr

Work directly with local news media organizations to release stories and develop public relations ... College credit hours toward a bachelor's or associate degree through the American Council on ...

U.S. Navy

$19.25 - $26.50/hr

Work directly with local news media organizations to release stories and develop public relations ... College credit hours toward a bachelor's or associate degree through the American Council on ...

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How much do public relations associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for public relations associate in Alabama is $25.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.81 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a public relations associate typically collaborate with other departments within an organization?

As a Public Relations Associate, you'll frequently work with teams such as marketing, social media, and customer service to ensure consistent messaging and effective communication strategies. Collaboration often involves coordinating on campaigns, sharing media insights, and preparing unified responses to public inquiries or crises. Building strong working relationships across departments helps enhance the organization's reputation and ensures that all external communications align with broader business goals. Expect regular meetings and cross-functional projects to be a core part of your routine.

What does a public relations associate do?

A Public Relations Associate helps manage and improve the public image of a company or organization. They assist with writing press releases, coordinating media outreach, managing social media presence, and organizing events. Their goal is to foster positive relationships with the media and the public, ensuring that their employer’s message is communicated effectively. Public Relations Associates often work closely with other communications professionals to develop and implement PR strategies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a public relations associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Public Relations Associate, you need strong written and verbal communication skills, media relations experience, and typically a bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Familiarity with media monitoring tools, press release distribution platforms, and social media management systems is often required. Creativity, adaptability, and relationship-building are essential soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure effective brand messaging, positive media coverage, and successful collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

What is a public relations associate?

A public relations associate meets with the press to create and develop a favorable image of an organization. Responsibilities include the design of advertising materials on a variety of platforms including social media. You must have experience with marketing and ad campaigns along with knowledge of analytics, media relations strategies, and current technologies to succeed in this job. Excellent verbal and communication skills are imperative to implement the vision of a client with creative solutions. Duties also involve advanced written documentation such as case studies, media talking points, and presentations. Work is full-time with most employers preferring individuals with experience in public relations.

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Infographic showing various Public Relations Associate job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,192 per year, or $25.1 per hour.

Multi-State Government Relations Manager (Located in Southeast US Region - remote)

First Solar

Trinity, AL • On-site, Remote

$112K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

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Job description


First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.
Basic Job Functions:
We are seeking a strategic and proactive Manager of State Government Relations to manage and advance our state-level legislative and regulatory priorities across key jurisdictions. This role will be responsible for tracking all relevant actions, building and maintaining relationships with state policymakers, agencies, and stakeholders, while ensuring alignment with the organization's broader government affairs strategy.
Education/Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, law, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 5 plus years of experience in state government legislative staff or state government legislative advocacy.
  • Experience monitoring state legislation and policy activities, updating and advising on relevant policy proposals and actions, and working with colleagues to analyze potential impacts on the organization's issue areas.
  • Strong understanding of state legislative and regulatory processes.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Required Skills/Competencies:
  • Knowledge of state legislative processes, agencies, procedures.
  • Working knowledge of renewable energy technologies.
  • Proven leadership track record and relationships with state government agencies and administrations.
  • Proactive and motivated to deliver key business objectives.
  • Ability to work across the aisle.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong public speaking, presentation and advocacy skills.
  • Ability to simultaneously manage multiple high-priority initiatives.
  • Strong critical thinking skills with ability to identify and solve problems.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and proprietary information.
  • Exceptional customer service skills.
  • Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with proven ability to prioritize, multi-task, and re-prioritize assignments while working both independently or within a team.
  • Willingness and ability to travel extensively during legislative time periods, and as needed during non-legislative time periods, often with little notice.

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute state government relations strategies that support the organization's policy goals.
  • Monitor, analyze, and report on state legislative and regulatory developments that may impact the organization.
  • Represent the organization before state legislatures, regulatory bodies, and other relevant stakeholders.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with state elected officials, staff, and key influencers.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to assess policy impacts and coordinate advocacy efforts.
  • Draft policy briefs, testimony, and other advocacy materials.
  • Support coalition-building efforts with industry partners, trade associations, and advocacy groups.
  • Assist the Director of Government Relations in developing strategic plans and reporting outcomes to senior leadership.
  • Hosts plant tours with state officials and other key stakeholders.
  • Prepares regular reports and briefings for internal stakeholders.
  • Identifies and seek out opportunities to represent the company and industry in ad hoc multi agency and/or stakeholder working groups.
  • As needed, represents First Solar in meetings with project/community stakeholders, in support of key customers/customer projects.
  • Maintain subject matter expertise on First Solar's technology, differentiation, and the company's commitment to responsible solar.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships:
  • Reports to Director of Government Relations.
  • This position will not have direct reports.

Travel:
  • 75% or More

Estimated Salary Range:
  • $112,300-$160,000 Annually.

US Physical Requirements:
All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.
Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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