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Job Alert: Communications Manager

Apr 30, 2021 | Employment Opportunities

Communications Manager

El Paso, TX

The ideal Communications Manager candidate is a candidate that must have a proven ability to develop a comprehensive communications strategy that will support all lines of services in their efforts to communicate with stakeholders, both internal and external. In addition, the Manager will be a good listener who can readily understand the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders, such as Department Directors, and assist them as needed in pushing out clear, consistent, and unified communications.

A big-picture thinker who is data-driven, politically astute, with strong business acumen, and an ability to anticipate issues and the needs of others is needed. The ability to be responsive and function in a fast-paced environment with high expectations from the organization and community is essential.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as presentation and computer skills, are required.

Experience in emergency management and critical incident crisis communications is a must.

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Job Alerts: Three for October 24

Oct 24, 2020 | Employment Opportunities

Three career positions have been submitted to NIOA for sharing. Please read all information on each post carefully to ensure you are aware of the requirements and deadlines. NIOA maintains no responsibility for the accuracy of these posts or misinformation that may result.

Assistant City Manager

Lacey, WA

This position is shared because the Assistant City Manager also oversees public affairs and communications staff and duties in the organization. Please download the document below for full details.

The City of Lacey, Washington is seeking a dynamic, motivated professional to serve as the next Assistant City Manager.  This is an exciting executive leadership opportunity to work in a dynamic and effective organization. Reporting directly to the City Manager and serving as a peer to the City’s six (6) other department heads, the Assistant City Manager (ACM) provides key support and assistance to the City Manager and may serve as the Acting City Manager during absences of the City Manager.  A key member of the City’s Executive Team, the ACM is responsible for supervising and managing assigned staff within the City Clerk’s Office, Public Affairs, and the City Manager’s Intern program as well as acting as the liaison for Animal Services.

Situated on the southern tip of Puget Sound in the shadow of magnificent Mt. Rainier, the City of Lacey lies in the center of a natural paradise and is currently home to approximately 50,170 residents. Clean air, clean water, outstanding schools, a low crime rate, a healthy economy, and close proximity to major metropolitan areas make this community one of the most desirable places in the country to live and conduct business. In fact, Lacey was included on Money’s 2019 list of the 100 Best Places to Live in the US.

Lacey operates under a council-manager form of government. The City Council has seven members including the mayor. Council members and the mayor are non-partisan elected officials. The City Manager reports to the Council.

Assistant City Manager Profile Document
Lacey WA Application

Police Public Information Officer

Madison, WI

The Police Public Information Officer plays a crucial role in daily external and internal communications of the Madison Police Department (MPD) by accurately and effectively conveying information in a proactive manner.  As MPD strives to maintain a cooperative climate in which the news media may obtain information on matters of public concern, and in a manner that does not hamper police operations or investigations, this position coordinates all media relations.

The Public Information Officer will foster positive relationships with the media, alders and other elected officials, community partners, departmental members and the general public.  The Public Information Officer works to release information, without partiality, through MPD website postings, social media platforms, news conferences and other avenues.  This position requires an attention to customer service, an understanding of police policies, procedures and investigations, and requires sound judgment and discretion in identifying, recommending, implementing, and evaluating the release of information to the community and the media.

The Public Information Officer is often the primary person interviewed for more significant/serious incidents or investigations, and is usually the first point of contact on a daily basis for media inquiries.  This position works closely with all members of the department, but most specifically the Chief of Police and other members of the command staff, and helps to develop and maintain communication strategies that maintain transparency and help build and foster community trust.

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Communications and Engagement Coordinator

Montgomery, Ohio (Cincinnati)

The City of Montgomery is seeking a responsible and dedicated professional for the position of Communications and Engagement Coordinator. Responsibilities include communications, public relations, community engagement and marketing activities.

Examples of these responsibilities include managing social media, media and public relations support, coordinating Montgomery Citizens Leadership Academy activities, and new resident outreach.  The successful candidate must possess initiative; solid written and oral communications skills; and the ability to work well with the public and all levels of internal staff.  The successful candidate must also possess extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of communications, knowledge of public relations and media relations practices, and strong team skills.

Experience in communications for a local government or public entity is preferred.  Extensive knowledge of social media communications management is required, along with a bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field, or equivalent experience. The successful candidate must pass a background check and drug screen.

Montgomery Position Description
Montgomery Application Form

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Job Alert: County Communications Manager

Jan 18, 2020 | Employment Opportunities

County Communications Manager

The County of Sonoma invites applications for County Communications Manager.

The County Communications Manager is a new senior management level position in the County Administrator’s Office reporting to the County Administrator. They will be charged with building a centralized system of communications, overseeing the implementation of proactive communications strategies, and ensuring the County’s strategic communications vision and goals are in alignment with the County’s vision and goals, as defined by the County’s Board of Supervisors.

Salary for the County Communications Manager is $139,335 to $167,803 depending upon the qualifications of the selected candidate.

For more information, including minimum qualifications and application use the apply/info button below or call 707-565-2331.

EOE Apply by 2/10/20

 

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Job Alerts – January 11, 2020

Jan 11, 2020 | Employment Opportunities

NIOA received two job alerts during the past week:

Senior Public Information Officer

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Under administrative direction, the purpose of the position is to function as an official spokesperson for the Broward Sheriff’s Office.

Position disseminates information to the general public, media, outside law enforcement agencies, and community agencies and organizations. Employees in this classification function in a journey level capacity in the researching, assembling, writing, editing and producing of informative materials concerning agency operations, programs and events.

Position coordinates and reviews the work of subordinate professional and administrative support staff.

Position exercises considerable initiative and independent judgment in the conduct of duties, referring unique, unusual, or complex situations to an administrative superior for review and advisement.

Performs related work as required.

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Communications Manager/PIO

Ventura, CA

The City of Ventura is now accepting applications for the position of Communications Manager / Public Information Officer (PIO).

The Communications Manager/PIO is an exciting opportunity for an experienced public relations professional to help create a unified communications team that will lead the City of Ventura’s outreach and communication efforts across all City Departments.

This position, under general direction of the City Manager and Deputy City Manager, is a vital member of the City’s management team and will be empowered to take the City’s public information, social media and community engagement/outreach efforts to the next level.

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete an online City Application. The City offers a total compensation package that includes both a generous salary plus excellent benefits.

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Job Alerts – December 3, 2019

Dec 3, 2019 | Employment Opportunities

Public Information Officer

Portland, TX

The City of Portland, Texas, is seeking creative, experienced, and professional candidates for its PIO position. The ideal candidate will be a highly creative and visionary communicator who will coordinate communications and marketing throughout the City organization.

The selected candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in communication, journalism, public relations, or a related field. Three years of increasingly responsible experience in communication, journalism, or public relations is required. Any combination of experience, education, and/or training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

 

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Public Information Officer

Beaufort, SC

Reports to County Administrator, oversees creation of dynamic and creative multimedia content, is responsible for media relations, established and implements internal and external communications procedure and related work. Oversees budgets and provides supervision and direction to staff in the communications, records management, FOIA, and broadcasting departments.

REQUIRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor’s degree with coursework in journalism, public relations, marketing, public administration, or related field;
• Seven (7) years of experience in media relations, community outreach, public speaking, writing, editing and marketing, or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Public sector experience required;
• Three (3) years of supervisory / management experience required
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license

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