Deputy Press Secretary — Public Communications & Crisis Response

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

PERA benefits

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Disability Coverage

Life and AD&D Insurance

FSAs

PFML

Holidays and Leave

Discounts on State benefits program

Descripción de la vacante

State of Colorado's Office of the Governor is seeking a Deputy Press Secretary to support communications for the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and First Lady. You will prepare for speaking engagements, media appearances, and oversee media relations with accuracy and speed.

You will draft press materials, coordinate interviews, manage rapid response, and assist with event planning and crisis communications, contributing to statewide outreach and public information efforts.

Formación

• One or more years of experience in communications, media relations, or a related field.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and articulately.
• Project management skills, including the ability to multitask, problem-solve, prioritize, delegate, and create systems and processes.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and to react and adjust quickly to changing conditions.
• Careful attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Experience building relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders with varying perspectives and interests, including advocates and the media.

Responsabilidades

• Draft press releases and media advisories, and prepare materials for media relations, press conferences, engagements, and requests
• Handle a high volume of media inquiries and respond in a timely manner
• Support logistics, respond to requests, and coordinate interviews for television, radio, and print and digital media
• Support rapid response and crisis communications
• Support the communications team’s work with statewide agency public information officers as needed
• Participate in event planning and logistics for the Governor and the Lieutenant Governor, including the Governor’s news conferences
• Operate the videoconference system during press conferences, with training provided
• Ensure that protocol is met during the Governor’s and the Lieutenant Governor’s speaking engagements
• Assist with sound equipment for news conferences and public events hosted by the office
• Complete research assignments as directed in a timely manner
• Staff the Governor or the Lieutenant Governor at public events and interviews as needed

Descripción del empleo

State of Colorado's Office of the Governor is seeking a Deputy Press Secretary to support communications for the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and First Lady. You will prepare for speaking engagements, media appearances, and oversee media relations with accuracy and speed.

You will draft press materials, coordinate interviews, manage rapid response, and assist with event planning and crisis communications, contributing to statewide outreach and public information efforts.