Media Relations Specialist

Jackson, MS

$70K/yr – $90K/yrSenior Level10+ years expPart time

Posted 7 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own media relations and public affairs for USAO initiatives, orchestrating messaging, press outreach, and community engagement for cases, programs, and partnerships.

  • Media strategy and planning: align with USAO/DOJ priorities and plan earned coverage
  • Public communications: produce news releases, op-eds, statements, and briefing materials
  • Outreach and relationships: cultivate media contacts, community groups, and stakeholder partnerships

Job Description

- 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 - Monitor social media to support public awareness of USAO programs and achievements - Analyze USAO, EOUSA, and DOJ program materials for public communications use - Prepare written materials and press packets for media outreach and public messaging - Promote USAO programs, goals, objectives, accomplishments, and law enforcement partnerships - Evaluate the effectiveness of media strategies and public communications efforts - Compile weekly summaries of USAO media exposure and related public coverage - Participate in weekly planning sessions with office management and USAO personnel - Recommend press release and social media priorities based on upcoming events and case activity - Support public awareness of violent crime prevention, fraud prevention, and other USAO priorities - Publicize USAO partnerships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies
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