Own and manage a comprehensive public information program for the agency, serving as spokesperson and coordinating media relations, crisis communications, and public campaigns.

Lead publicity strategies and media relations across internal and external channels
Serve as agency spokesperson, respond to inquiries, and coordinate press activities
Plan events and crisis communications to support public understanding and agency image

Job Description

Responsibilities

Write news releases, create informational brochures, coordinate and script public service announcements, and research and author articles for publication and/or to inform the public of activities or items of interest; organize, draft and edit material for printing or publication and distribution; evaluate advertising and promotional materials for compatibility with public relations efforts.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with State and local government officials and media representatives; respond to queries and direct questions to appropriate staff; arrange press conferences and notify media representatives of newsworthy events.
Develop internal and community relations publicity campaigns designed to build agency morale, community support, and a positive agency image and identity; prepare agency newsletters or brochures; draft and edit articles; layout and design materials for printing; draft speeches for special audiences and attend meetings.
Collect articles, recordings of radio and television newscasts, and other informational releases pertaining to the agency; maintain informational files of background information; file information in order to monitor and maintain records of press coverage.
Determine the need for photos or receive photo requests; arrange for appointments or photo shoots; select site and equipment; determine aesthetics and lighting; select poses or angles; print quality photos and/or prepare for publication; write scripts; determine sequence for slide presentations; and create multimedia presentations.
Plan, organize, coordinate and publicize special events to provide information regarding agency services and activities.
Develop and maintain the public communications portion of the departmental crisis disaster response plan, serve as the agency spokesperson during crisis or emergency situations.
Under limited supervision, incumbents develop and manage a complex public relations program and serve as spokesperson for the department, including fielding media and public inquiries of a sensitive or controversial nature, and authorizing appearances or public statements from staff members when highly technical information is required; advise management on the public relations impact of proposed actions, and design an agency-wide public relations program, image and strategy. Positions at this level manage a budget and may supervise staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in journalism, English, public or community relations, communications or closely related field and three years of professional experience in administering or directing a public information program including writing media releases and newsletters, preparing and presenting speeches and multimedia presentations, independent media contact, development of public relations strategies and journalistic writing; OR one year of experience as a Public Information Officer I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
may require statewide travel; therefore, federally recognized identification is required.

State of Nevada

3.5 Glassdoor

Over the past 8 years we have continued to diversify our economy which dramatically has decreased our unemployment as well as increase our average wage. With a growing economy and many beautiful destinations, Nevada has become a destination for all. Nevadans have invested so much to ensure that the Silver State continues to be a great place to work and an amazing place to live for many generations to come. Are you ready to leave your legacy? Come join our amazing team today!

Carson City, Nevada, USA

5.1K employees

careers.nv.gov

59% recommend to a friend

49% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors

4.6M

Monthly Google Ads Budget

$1.1K

Traffic Source Mix

44.1%

Direct

48.2%

Referral

6.1%

Social

0.7%

Paid

0.8%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~5.1K

Marketing Team

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Responsibilities

Write news releases, create informational brochures, coordinate and script public service announcements, and research and author articles for publication and/or to inform the public of activities or items of interest; organize, draft and edit material for printing or publication and distribution; evaluate advertising and promotional materials for compatibility with public relations efforts.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with State and local government officials and media representatives; respond to queries and direct questions to appropriate staff; arrange press conferences and notify media representatives of newsworthy events.
Develop internal and community relations publicity campaigns designed to build agency morale, community support, and a positive agency image and identity; prepare agency newsletters or brochures; draft and edit articles; layout and design materials for printing; draft speeches for special audiences and attend meetings.
Collect articles, recordings of radio and television newscasts, and other informational releases pertaining to the agency; maintain informational files of background information; file information in order to monitor and maintain records of press coverage.
Determine the need for photos or receive photo requests; arrange for appointments or photo shoots; select site and equipment; determine aesthetics and lighting; select poses or angles; print quality photos and/or prepare for publication; write scripts; determine sequence for slide presentations; and create multimedia presentations.
Plan, organize, coordinate and publicize special events to provide information regarding agency services and activities.
Develop and maintain the public communications portion of the departmental crisis disaster response plan, serve as the agency spokesperson during crisis or emergency situations.
Under limited supervision, incumbents develop and manage a complex public relations program and serve as spokesperson for the department, including fielding media and public inquiries of a sensitive or controversial nature, and authorizing appearances or public statements from staff members when highly technical information is required; advise management on the public relations impact of proposed actions, and design an agency-wide public relations program, image and strategy. Positions at this level manage a budget and may supervise staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in journalism, English, public or community relations, communications or closely related field and three years of professional experience in administering or directing a public information program including writing media releases and newsletters, preparing and presenting speeches and multimedia presentations, independent media contact, development of public relations strategies and journalistic writing; OR one year of experience as a Public Information Officer I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
may require statewide travel; therefore, federally recognized identification is required.