Responsibilities

• The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is seeking a Public Relations and Marketing Coordinator to join the Public Communications and Marketing Office in a temporary role through April 2027. This position plans, develops, performs, monitors and evaluates public relations and marketing activities that increase public understanding and support for the Virginia State Parks – Western Region.
• The position will collaborate with the Public Communications and Marketing Office team and DCR stakeholders to ensure that all marketing activities support agency priorities.
• The public relations and marketing activities include:
• Writing marketing copy, blog posts and news releases
• Managing Virginia State Park fliers
• Drafting social media messaging
• Developing and implementing communication plans
• This is a temporary assignment through April 2027. Wage/seasonal positions are not eligible for Commonwealth of Virginia benefits (health care, paid leave, etc.) and are limited to 1,500 hours from May 1 to April 30.
• DCR provides the opportunity for wage employees to participate in tax-deferred compensation programs, supplemental disability insurance, and supplemental retirement accounts made available through the Commonwealth’s provider network at the employee’s expense.
• A valid Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.