Communications Specialist - Hybrid

S R International Inc; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Communications Specialist at the AZDOHS Border Coordination Office will craft and publish agency communications across multiple channels, manage digital platforms and social media, and support media relations and branding efforts.

Responsibilities include preparing newsletters, press materials, and event communications, while collaborating with internal teams to ensure timely information and consistent messaging.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a communications-related field.
• At least 2 years in communications, public relations, content creation, or digital media.
• Strong copywriting, editing and written/verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with social media tools, CMS and email marketing platforms.
• Experience with Canva and Adobe Creative Suite; multimedia creation.
• Highly organized with strong multitasking abilities; attention to detail.
• Public affairs/government media relations knowledge is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, publish agency publications, newsletters, press releases and reports.
• Maintain and update agency website and digital platforms for accuracy.
• Manage daily social content; monitor engagement and craft posts.
• Organize distribution of public information and announcements.
• Assist with events planning, including the Cyber Summit.
• Support internal communications and branding standards.
• Draft media advisories, press kits, and background briefings.
• Monitor media coverage and provide analytics on reach and engagement.
• Develop targeted communications for coordination programs and milestones.
• Assist leadership with briefing materials and presentations.

Skills

Written & verbal comms

Copywriting

Editing

Social media tools

Content Management Systems

Email marketing

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Multitasking

Public affairs knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field

Equivalent experience

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Content Management Systems

Email Marketing Platforms

Job description

Job Summary (Communications Specialist – AZDOHS Border Coordination Office, Phoenix, AZ)

1. External Communications & Content Creation

• Draft, edit, and publish agency publications, newsletters, press releases, reports, and digital media.
• Maintain and update the agency’s website and digital platforms for timely and accurate information.
• Manage and schedule daily social media content; monitor engagement and create posts.
• Organize and distribute public information and agency announcements.
• Assist with planning and communication for agency events, including the annual Cyber Summit.

2. Internal Communications & Standardization

• Support internal communication strategies to keep staff informed and engaged.
• Help establish and maintain brand guidelines, communication templates, and editorial standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather and distribute key information for internal communications.

3. Media Relations & Coordination

• Serve as a point of contact for media inquiries and public information requests.
• Draft media advisories, press kits, and background briefings.
• Monitor media coverage and prepare analytics reports on campaign reach and public engagement.

4. Program Support

• Develop targeted communications highlighting coordination programs and agency milestones.
• Assist leadership with special projects, briefing materials, and presentation development.

5. Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• At least 2 years of professional experience in communications, public relations, content creation, or digital media management (public sector experience preferred).
• Strong written and verbal communication, copywriting, and editing skills.
• Proficiency in social media tools, content management systems, and email marketing platforms.
• Experience with visual design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) and multimedia creation.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with public affairs or government media relations is highly desirable.

6. Preferred Skills

• Experience in journalism and writing press releases.

Summary

The Communications Specialist is responsible for executing agency communication strategies across multiple platforms, managing digital and social media, supporting media relations, and ensuring brand consistency. The role involves both internal and external communications, event support, and collaboration with various teams to enhance public engagement and trust in the agency.