Public relations specialist
Location
Jefferson City, MO | United States
Job description
Our collaborative department offers variety and teamwork as we implement communication best practices across all divisions within the Office of Administration. Each day, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact and join our creative, driven, and supportive communications team. Our overarching goal is to advance statewide communications in a positive, professional manner through diverse channels. We hope you'll consider joining us in pursuing this goal!
The Public Relations Specialist's key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following tasks:
- Serve the people of Missouri by professionally operating the State Information phone line.
- Manage email inquiries received through the Communications Office and State Information mailboxes.
- Assist with the planning and implementation of department events.
- Develop, refine, and oversee written content that promotes department initiatives internally and externally.
- Research, edit, develop, and distribute bulletin messaging (email) utilizing GovDelivery email management system.
- Manage content on the department's public and internal websites by creating and editing pages using WordPress and Drupal content management systems.
- Edit, research, and manage digital content for department message boards to develop timely, clear, and effective messaging.
- Create and post timely and engaging content across social media platforms (e.g., X, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) while analyzing performance data to inform content strategy.
- Provide creative assistance for graphic design projects by collaborating with designers to develop visually appealing graphics, layouts, and visual content.
- Provide support for photography and videography projects by assisting with tasks such as setting up equipment, operating cameras, adjusting lighting, and organizing media files.
- Perform other work tasks and duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and 2-5 years of relevant experience.
- Strong oral and written communications skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
- Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance.
- Creative problem solving.
- Experience managing social media pages.
- Aptitude for writing and editing a variety of materials.
- Experience with Word Press and or Drupal for website management preferable.
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suites desirable but not required.
- Basic knowledge of AP style writing.
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis for denying consideration to any applicant.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To see the value of working for the State of Missouri, check out our interactive Total Compensation Calculator at: Total Compensation Calculator for Recruiting.xlsx | Missouri Office of Administration (mo.gov) . This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If you have questions about this position please contact:
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