Hybrid Coastal Reserve Communications Specialist

Department of Environmental Quality; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Coastal Management, is seeking an Information & Communications Specialist I (S). This full-time, time-limited role focuses on creating campaigns and content to raise awareness of the Reserve’s mission.

It involves managing the Reserve’s web and social media presence and coordinating with public affairs staff. The position supports research dissemination, event-related activities, and internal coordination to align with agency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, English, or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may apply per Education and Experience Equivalency Guide.
• Experience in public information and communications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop communication campaigns and products to highlight the Reserve’s purpose and work.
• Maintain content for the Reserve website, Tidal Flat blog, and social media.
• Disseminate Reserve research products to inform management and policy.
• Support administrative and programmatic work and special projects.
• Coordinate with Division Public Information Officer and Public Affairs.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, English, or related field

Job description

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Coastal Management, is seeking an Information & Communications Specialist I (S). This full-time, time-limited role focuses on creating campaigns and content to raise awareness of the Reserve’s mission.

It involves managing the Reserve’s web and social media presence and coordinating with public affairs staff. The position supports research dissemination, event-related activities, and internal coordination to align with agency