Deputy Communications Director & Public Relations Strategist

Regional Client; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Agency for Persons with Disabilities is seeking a Deputy Communications Director to report to the communications director and serve as an alternate spokesperson. The role focuses on earned media, media inquiries, and strategic messaging for the Agency in Florida.

Responsibilities include drafting releases, monitoring coverage, coordinating public records requests, and supporting events and social media. This SES position requires strong writing and PR skills with a collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• Must have experience managing social media accounts for an organization.
• Must have experience as a spokesperson.
• Must have experience with writing, editing and oral communication.
• Must have 2+ years’ experience in Communications and/or Public Relations.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field OR 4 years of experience in a related field can substitute for degree.

Responsibilities

• Generates earned media via press releases, proclamations, newsletters, and external deliverables.
• Monitors daily media coverage and advises on items of interest.
• Drafts and edits press releases, advisories, agency statements, and speeches.
• Assists in managing messaging for the Agency's social media sites.
• Handles public records requests from media and coordinates with program areas.
• Creates multimedia scripts for internal and external communications.
• Assists with planning, production, and dissemination of videos and publications.
• Supports external events and briefs for the Agency and executive leadership.
• Plans, coordinates, and staffs special events; maintains internal/external web pages.

Skills

Spokesperson experience

Social media management

Writing and editing

Communications/Public relations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field OR 4 years’ related experience

Job description

Agency for Persons with Disabilities is seeking a Deputy Communications Director to report to the communications director and serve as an alternate spokesperson. The role focuses on earned media, media inquiries, and strategic messaging for the Agency in Florida.

Responsibilities include drafting releases, monitoring coverage, coordinating public records requests, and supporting events and social media. This SES position requires strong writing and PR skills with a collaborative approach.