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NEOGOV · 16 hours ago

Regional Media and Communications Coordinator

Palatka, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$66K/yr - $82K/yr

4+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Regional Media and Communications Coordinator for the St. Johns River Water Management District. The role involves acting as the primary media contact, developing communication plans, and enhancing the District’s visibility through various media outlets and events.

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Responsibilities

Serve as the primary media contact for the region and develop and maintain strong relationships with local media outlets, editors, reporters, and influencers

Proactively seek new media opportunities to increase the District’s visibility

Proactively identifies high-visibility issues relevant to the District and develop effective strategies for addressing them

Develop and implement communication plans tailored to specific audiences or issues within the region

Monitor and address high visibility issues, developing strategies to communicate information effectively

Write for District publications, websites, presentations or other communication tools to reach various audiences, developing and implementing communication plans for specific audiences or issues, including contributing to content creation for social media

Plan and execute events within the region to showcase District achievements and initiatives

Support and identify events and noteworthy press opportunities

Qualification

Media relationsCommunication plansContent creationAdobe Creative SuitePublic relationsOutreach strategiesEnvironmental issuesInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, English, creative writing or related field. Professional experience in these fields can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education

Four years of professional experience in media and/or public relations

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences effectively

Knowledge of communications outreach strategies and best practices

Preferred

Former experience with a government agency

Proficiency in using communication and design tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite

Familiarity with regional environmental issues and hot topics, demonstrating an understanding of the local context and the ability to communicate effectively about these subjects