Communications Analyst

Durham, NC (On-site)

$70K/yr – $91K/yrMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 12 days ago

Job Summary

Own and execute public relations, communications, and marketing programs while designing and editing materials across print, digital, social, and web; build and sustain partnerships with community groups, residents, media, and City departments; respond to inquiries, manage training, and coordinate events and materials to meet brand standards.

  • Own and manage PR, communications, and marketing programs and events.
  • Lead cross‑functional collaboration with community groups, media, and City departments.
  • Oversee content creation, brand compliance, and training materials.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Plans and implements public relations, communications, and/or marketing programs, activities, initiatives, and events; designs, edits, and develops print, digital, social media, website, and other materials; oversees and/or designs graphics and layouts.
  • As assigned, takes photographs and maintains photo files; reviews content and materials prepared by other staff; develops proposals as assigned; and ensures compliance with quality, brand and design standards.
  • Collaborates with community groups, business associations, residents, the media, City departments, and/or external agencies; attends meetings and public functions; responds to media requests; establishes and maintains partnerships; responds to in-person, telephonic, or email inquiries; conducts training; and develops presentations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in business or public administration, communications, or directly related field.
  • One year of professional communications, web and graphic design, media relations, public information, or video production experience.

Preferred

  • Three (3) to five (5) years of professional communications, web and graphic design, or public information experience preferred.
  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving, and skills.
  • Experience using data and feedback to evaluate program success and improvement areas.
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The City of Durham is "Where Careers Meet Community." Our employees create the environment that enables the Bull City to thrive. We reward them with an exceptional compensation package, opportunities for advancement and impact, and a supportive workplace that values their contributions – all in one of the nation’s most desirable places to live, work, and play.Ready to connect with a career that serves the Bull City? Visit DurhamNC.gov/Careers to view and apply for available jobs.

Durham, North Carolina, USA
1.8K employees (65 in marketing)

Salaries

Posted range

$70K/yr – $91K/yr

Taken straight from the job posting.

Communications median pay in the United States

$93K/yr

Most earn $70K to $138K. Based on 5,742 salaries, including bonus and equity.

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Communications Analyst

City of Durham · Durham, NC · On-site