Public Information Coordinator
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Salary : $54,429.84 - $81,644.76 AnnuallyLocation : Jefferson City, MOJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 202412eDepartment: AdministrationOpening Date: 11/15/2024Closing Date: 12/15/2024 11:59 PM CentralDescription The City of Jefferson is looking for an experienced Public Information Coordinator to join our team! The Public Information Coordinator will serve as the primary point of contact for the City's communication with the public and media outlets. The ideal candidate must be a skilled communications professional who can work collaboratively with City staff to develop and execute the City's communications strategy. Examples of Duties Serve as the main contact for media relations, handling media inquiries, organizing interviews, creating City statements, and acting as a spokesperson.Develop relationships with local media for City coverage, monitor relevant trends and issues, and support staff with media content.Manage the City's public content, creating engaging stories, graphics, photos, blogs, and articles.Collaborate with staff and leaders to craft and execute a content strategy that resonates with the community.Oversee the City's digital presence across the website and social media.Develop strategies to engage online audiences, monitor trends, and use multiple channels (email, social media, press releases) to distribute timely information.Lead initiatives to boost community involvement.Coordinate forums and meetings to gather public feedback, create opportunities for input, and share City updates.Manages community relations and seeks opportunities for community partnershipsDevelop policies, procedures, and templates for effective communication practices.Support crisis communication, oversee internal communications, ensure brand compliance, and maintain consistent messaging aligned with the City's goals. Typical QualificationsMust have a valid drivers' license. Requires a bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism or a closely related field and a minimum of four years of relevant professional experience required.Experience in social media and website management preferred.Ability to work effectively within an organizational structure that includes elected officials, administration, and staff across many departments and divisions. Ability to identify, research, create and edit communications, in a variety of forms, including print, social media, newsletters, emails, press releases, blogs, etc.Physical: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods; lift 40 pounds; visual ability to view computer screens for extended periods; and traverse over rough terrain in extreme weather conditions.Mental: Ability to concentrate on statistics, reports, plans and details for extended periods; and effectively communicate both orally and in writing.Supplemental Information Our idea candidate would have previous experience in a government setting.This position may work outside the normal working hours to attend city and community events. EEO-M/F/D/VThis position receives full benefits including: holiday, vacation, sick and other leaves; health, life, dental, and disabiity insurance benefits; optional dependent and other insurance benefits; LAGERS pension benefits; Employee Assistance Plan; paid training; tuition reimbursement and other fringe benefits.