PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST

Summary

Duties

Plans and coordinates the dissemination of internal and external information concerning District missions, programs, projects, operations, and activities.

Develops public-affairs plans and communication strategies to inform and educate the general public and targeted audiences.

Produces public-affairs communication products, including briefings, news releases, newsletters, flyers, brochures, exhibits, web content, social-media content, photographs, video, and other promotional materials.

Researches topics, conducts interviews and field visits, and writes, edits, designs, and proofs public-affairs materials for publication.

Executes public-outreach and public-involvement activities; coordinates information release with leadership and stakeholders; and responds to public and media inquiries.

Serves as an on-call duty officer for media queries during non-duty hours and may serve as the acting Public Affairs Officer/chief when the supervisor is unavailable.

Job Description

Duties

Plans and coordinates the dissemination of internal and external information concerning District missions, programs, projects, operations, and activities.

Develops public-affairs plans and communication strategies to inform and educate the general public and targeted audiences.

Produces public-affairs communication products, including briefings, news releases, newsletters, flyers, brochures, exhibits, web content, social-media content, photographs, video, and other promotional materials.

Researches topics, conducts interviews and field visits, and writes, edits, designs, and proofs public-affairs materials for publication.

Executes public-outreach and public-involvement activities; coordinates information release with leadership and stakeholders; and responds to public and media inquiries.

Serves as an on-call duty officer for media queries during non-duty hours and may serve as the acting Public Affairs Officer/chief when the supervisor is unavailable.