Communications Manager (EDD#4119) at State of New Mexico

State of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

State of New Mexico, Economic Development New Mexico (EDNM) seeks a full-time, on-site communications professional to market its programs and resources to businesses considering investment, expansion, or relocation in New Mexico. You will support the Cabinet Secretary and Communications Director, coordinating press materials and media relations.

The role includes writing press releases, speeches, and reports; managing social media campaigns; shaping strategy; supervising staff; and occasional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
• Eight (8) years of professional-level experience with tactical impact related to the position.
• Combination of education and direct experience totaling twelve (12) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Write press releases, speeches, talking points, PowerPoint presentations, press statements, reports and general content.
• Manage social media across multiple platforms, including posting, photography, tracking, analytics, and campaigns.
• Contribute to marketing and strategy with knowledge of marketing, media, public affairs, and government relations.
• Maintain media relations, ensuring messaging aligns and inquiries are handled promptly; coordinate press conferences.
• Provide team and project management support and supervise other communications staff.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. Posting Details Economic Development New Mexico (EDNM) works to strengthen the state's economy by supporting businesses, communities, and individuals throughout New Mexico. EDNM's mission is to create a diverse, sustainable economy through strategic partnerships, policies, and programs that foster job creation and business development. Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.

Why does the job exist?

This position exists to market and promote the department's programs, incentives, and resources to businesses considering investing, expanding, or locating in the state. The position also serves as a strategic partner in advancing department priorities.

How does it get done?

1. Writing. Assignments include press releases, speeches, talking points, PowerPoint presentations, press statements, reports and general content as needed. Craft clear, compelling narratives, edit, fact-check, and ensure messaging integrity. Generate content efficiently with attention to detail.
2. Social Media management. Manage social media across multiple platforms, including posting, tagging, photography, tracking, analytics, identifying trends, and implementing strategic campaigns.
3. Marketing and strategy. Bring ideas and strategic recommendations to the table, with working knowledge of marketing, media, public affairs, and government relations.
4. Maintaining media relations. Ensure outgoing and public-facing communications are accurate, consistent with messaging, and appropriately approved, and that media inquiries are handled in a timely manner. Maintain relationships with members of the media and plan successful press conferences.
5. Team and project management. Help set priorities, manage communications projects and deadlines, and supervise and support other communications staff.

Who are the customers?

This position supports the Cabinet Secretary, Deputy Cabinet Secretary, and Communications Director. Additional interactions may include business owners and representatives, communications professionals at other state agencies, media outlets, and reporters.

Ideal Candidate

This position supports the Cabinet Secretary, Deputy Cabinet Secretary, and Communications Director. Additional interactions may include business owners and representatives, communications professionals at other state agencies, media outlets, and reporters.

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field of study from an accredited college or university and eight (8) years of professional level experience with a tactical impact directly related to the purpose of the position defined by the agency at the time of recruitment.

Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling twelve (12) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Employment Requirements

Must maintain a current drivers license.

Must obtain and maintain a state of New Mexico defensive driving certificate.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an office setting, preferably in the Albuquerque office, but the Santa Fe office is an option. Some statewide travel may be required. Agency events may include lifting, bending, frequent movement, and public speaking.

Supplemental Information

Do you know what Total Compensation is? Agency Contact Information: Julie Dolan [phone] Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.