Responsibilities

• Develop media strategies aligned with USAO and DOJ priorities
• Write and edit news releases for USAO priority programs and initiatives
• Prepare public communications related to cases, achievements, results, and sentencing actions
• Coordinate press conferences for USAO programs, cases, training, and community outreach efforts
• Draft op-eds, articles, and other public-facing materials approved by USAO leadership
• Identify speaking and appearance opportunities for USAO personnel
• Respond to information requests from local and national media outlets
• Address inquiries from community groups regarding USAO initiatives and programs
• Maintain working relationships with local, regional, and national media contacts
• Build relationships with community stakeholders and specialized interest groups

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and public-facing digital communications tools
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to support sensitive public messaging
• Strong knowledge of media relations principles, practices, procedures, and outreach methods
• Knowledge of local Mississippi media outlets, communications channels, community stakeholders, public info networks
• Knowledge of social media platforms and strategies used to educate public and promote program awareness
• Ability to write news releases, fact sheets, articles, public information materials, and related media content
• Ability to respond to media and community inquiries with professionalism, sound judgment, and appropriate discretion
• Ability to make responsible decisions on short notice and adapt to unexpected/shifting developments
• Established presence within the USAO SDMS local community
• At least ten years of demonstrated experience in a similar position required

Preferred

• Experience coordinating press conferences, media events, or public outreach preferred
• Experience supporting government, legal, public safety, or law enforcement communications preferred
• Undergraduate degree preferred

Benefits

• competitive pay
• job stability and security