Bernalillo County · 1 day ago
Communications Specialist Senior
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$61K/yr - $97K/yr
5+ years expBernalillo County is committed to building a high quality of life for its residents and businesses, and they are seeking a Communications Specialist Senior. This role involves planning, developing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive strategic communications program for an assigned division and/or County elected official(s), while supporting internal and external communication functions.
Business DevelopmentDigital MediaGovernment
Responsibilities
Respond to and work directly with news media as the spokesperson and primary contact for media inquiries related to the assigned department, division, and/or elected office
Plan and execute events such as groundbreakings, ribbon-cuttings, news conferences, and community gatherings
Produce and distribute content using a variety of communication platforms, including news releases, articles, opinion pieces, public awareness campaigns, brochures, information packets, newsletters, public service announcements, advertisements, social media, videos, still photography, Bernalillo County TV (BCTV), the intranet, and the County website
Coordinate and schedule speaking engagements; write speeches, proclamations, and acknowledgments. Deliver presentations on behalf of the County
Assist in managing responses to media-related Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA) requests
Update and maintain website content for the assigned department, division, or elected official’s office
Coordinate with marketing, branding, website, social media, and videography teams to ensure consistent messaging across all communication channels
Develop and maintain a comprehensive list of media and community contacts. Manage digital archives and databases to track communication activities and history
Handle sensitive and confidential records, plans, documents, and decisions with discretion and in compliance with County policies
Perform other related duties as assigned. The specific allocation of duties may vary based on the needs of the department or division
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or related academic field
Five (5) years of related work experience in public information
Any equivalent combination or related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements
Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation
Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County
Employee must complete the required FEMA training(s) as assigned to the position
Employee must complete the required Supervisor classes if applicable
Employee must have a valid New Mexico driver's license by employment date and maintain a valid NM driver's license while employed in this position
Benefits
Generous leave accruals
Career development opportunities
Remote & flex-work options as appropriate
Longevity pay
Education assistance program
Health benefits
Lucrative retirement
Company
Bernalillo County
Bernalillo County is a government organization that offers a wide range of administrative services for citizens.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Julie Anne Baca, MSML
Chief Operating Officer
Elie Boujaoude
Deputy CIO
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