NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Assistant Director of Communications
Media, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$85K/yr - $85K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is seeking an Assistant Director of Communications to help lead communications efforts for the County of Delaware. The role involves creating presentations, managing media relations, and developing effective communication strategies to engage with residents and stakeholders.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Design and produce compelling and effective presentations for Council meetings, in collaboration with other departments and key stakeholders
Assist in developing and executing a strategic communications plan
Collaborate with the Director of Communications in executing a robust media relations plan
Collaborate with the Director of Communications in crisis communications and serves as the secondary Public Information Officer
Takes primary responsibility for the development and creation of budget presentation materials, to include department one-page summaries, the budget storybook, and works in collaboration with the Director of Communications on the State of the County presentation
Assists in writing products, helping to produce press releases, speeches, Council comments, op-eds, briefings, talking points, and other written work
Assists in developing and executing plans for external affairs and legislative affairs that collaborate with and support County departments to achieve strategic goals
Supervises and leads the Digital Communications Specialist in developing and executing effective digital communications, to include short and long form video
Collaborate with County departments to conceptualize and execute visual communications that align with organizational objectives and target audience needs
Develop creative concepts, layouts, and designs that effectively convey complex information, data, and ideas in a visually appealing and accessible format
Develop and implement social media content
Utilize graphic design software and tools such Adobe Creative Suite to create high-quality graphics and multimedia content. Stay informed about design trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to enhance design capabilities and effectiveness
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing deadlines and delivering projects on time
Use multimedia storytelling techniques to highlight the work of County departments and promote the positive impact of government initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Graphic Design, or a closely related field
Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience
Software Proficiency: Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premier Pro
Ability to craft compelling narratives, create visually appealing graphics, and layouts, capture professional photos that can be used for publications, social media, and promotional materials, and manage social media platforms for Delaware County
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent design skills with a keen eye for detail, composition, and typography
Ability to interpret and translate complex information into engaging and visually appealing designs
Commitment to quality, creativity, and continuous improvement in design work
Preferred
Relevant experience using Canva, Poster My Wall, and Constant Contact are a plus
Benefits
Health care
Dental
Retirement
Life insurance
Holidays
Vacation
Sick leave
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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