Join the Centre Area Transportation Authority (CATA) as a Public Relations & Marketing
Specialist.
What does the Public Relations & Marketing Specialist do?
The purpose of this position is to manage all aspects of public and media relations, marketing,
advertising, and a majority of the customer-facing, transit user information efforts for the Authority. This
includes the Authority's web-based and social media presence.
Are you a good fit for Public Relations & Marketing Specialist?
To Succeed In This Role, You'll Need
In-depth knowledge of marketing, advertising, and public relations techniques, including social
media
Strong written and organizational skills
Working knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office programs and
advanced desktop publishing programs such as Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, InDesign, and
Illustrator
Working knowledge of the WordPress platform
Ability to quickly learn other computer applications and programs
Familiar with Virtual Public Involvement (VPI) strategies
Competencies
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Dependable.
- Problem solver.
- Adaptable to change.
- Ability to plan and manage projects.
- Organized.
- Maintains confidentiality.
- Ability to perform job under stress.
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- Strong written communication skills.
- Ability to speak in front of groups
- Detail-oriented
The starting salary is $53,182, or commensurate with experience. Benefits include paid time
off (vacation, sick, holiday, etc.), health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), 401(a), 457,
Roth IRA, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term
disability, short-term disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), free gym membership, and
free transit pass. CATA is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
program.Become part of a dedicated team that's passionate about public transit and committed to
community service!
About CATA
Founded in 1974 and celebrating its 50th anniversary, CATA serves portions of Centre County,
Pennsylvania, including the Penn State University Park campus. Our fleet facilitates over 5
million annual rides across fixed-route, paratransit, commuter, and microtransit services.
We are proud to operate the East Coast's first fully compressed natural gas (CNG) fleet and
maintain Pennsylvania's highest farebox recovery ratio-covering nearly 40% of fixed-route
operating expenses in 2023.
Get started with CATA
Ready to help move our community forward? Apply at https://catabus.com/careers/
Selected candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and drug and alcohol testing.
CATA participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, contact DHS at 888-897-7787
or dhs.gov/e-verify.
Applications will be reviewed beginning March 30, 2026
CATA is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are based
