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Press Secretary

Description

• Serves as agency spokesperson as assigned by Communications Director; Manages overall media relations activities for the Office of Communications in tracking and responding to media inquiries.
• Assists in the development of public relations strategy; proactively searches for media opportunities and coordinates agency publicity activities; Writes press releases, media advisories and other content for media outreach.
• Manages department external affairs and outreach initiatives as necessary; Coordinates events for the secretary; Writes speeches; Produces weekly external newsletters.
• Manages internal communications, editing and securing approval for all content prior to publishing; Aids in the development of internal communications programs to achieve the department’s internal goals with employees.
• Provides assistance in creating and sending reports as necessary, both internally and externally.
• Handles public records requests from members of the media.

Qualifications

Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations or related field. Applicant should be an outgoing and well-spoken individual with good writing skills.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and two writing samples to Communications@myfloridalicense.com. Please include “Press Secretary” in the subject line.

No phone calls please.

Job Originally Posted on: Thursday, December 10, 2015