PR Communications Program Manager

Slate Auto

. Own the day-to-day and long-term operations of the communications department, including planning, timelines, and program tracking .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $85,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management and communications operations, with a strong focus on budget management, cross-functional collaboration, and process optimization. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments while maintaining exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

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Program ManagementCommunications OperationsBudget ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Program ManagementBudget ManagementTimeline TrackingVendor Relationship ManagementCommunications PlanningEvent CoordinationRisk ManagementProcess OptimizationMedia ActivationsDocumentation Management

Soft Skills

Exceptional Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailSelf-StarterExcellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

SmartsheetsMicrosoft Office SuiteProject Management SoftwareScheduling ToolsTracking Tools

Industry Keywords

Communications DepartmentPR ProgramsCross-Functional TeamsFast-Paced EnvironmentGrowing Company

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the day-to-day and long-term operations of the communications department, including planning, timelines, and program tracking
Build and maintain scalable processes and systems as the department grows
Track budgets, deliverables, and deadlines across active PR and communications programs
Partner with Marketing, Fleet, and Distribution teams to align communications programs with business priorities
Collaborate with Program Management, Design, and Engineering to integrate communications and PR needs into product and program timelines
Serve as a key contact for cross-functional partners on communications planning and status
Work with the internal fleet team to prepare vehicles for events and media activations
Coordinate timelines and requirements between communications and fleet operations
Track vehicle and asset readiness against event and campaign calendars
Identify opportunities for Slate at events, in media, and through partnerships
Recommend opportunities to leadership and monitor the industry and competitive landscape
Maintain coordinated, documented, and timely workstreams, records, timelines, and status updates
Anticipate risks and proactively resolve conflicts
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience
7+ years of experience in program management, communications, or PR
Track record of running programs independently
Proficiency in Smartsheets, Microsoft Office Suite and project management software
Experience managing budgets, timelines, and vendor relationships
Comfort working across scheduling, tracking, and communications tools
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
Self-starter who identifies opportunities and brings ideas forward
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple programs and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
History of managing communications operations at a growing or fast-paced company
History of cross-functional wins
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Vacation
401k
Potential eligibility for equity program
Potential eligibility for discretionary annual incentive program