Public Affairs Specialist

State-of-Georgi; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia is seeking a Public Affairs Specialist for the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. This role focuses on managing the agency's social media presence and content strategy to engage the public and promote GBI's work.

Responsibilities include creating posts, analyzing engagement trends, assisting with news releases, responding to media inquiries, and supporting the Public & Governmental Affairs Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3 years communications or related experience required.
• Experience with social media platforms and content creation is essential.
• Ability to analyze engagement data to inform communication strategies.
• Ability to assist with news releases and media inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Develop social media strategies for GBI platforms.
• Create content for GBI social media (graphics, videos, posts).
• Manage public communications via social media.
• Analyze engagement trends and guide strategies based on data.
• Assist with editing and writing news releases.
• Respond to media inquiries.
• Coordinate with and supervise interns.

Skills

Social media strategy

Content creation

Public relations

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field

Associate degree in marketing or related field

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! Job Title: Public Affairs Specialist Agency: Bureau of Investigation Job Requisition ID: JR0000003765 Shift: Any (United States of America) Compensation Details: $40,000

Job Description

This is a sensitive government position. The GBI will follow State Personnel Board Rules for current state employees.

Please review the GBI Employment Disqualifiers before applying for this position. Employment for the selected candidate(s) is contingent upon the successful completion of a GBI background investigation including criminal, credit and driver's history checks, polygraph examination, fingerprinting and drug screening.

The GBI follows the Federal statute regarding drug use and is a drug-free workplace. Although some locations (domestic and foreign) have legalized recreational drug use, applicants who use or have used drugs or controlled substances will be subject to disqualification from employment with the GBI.

Marijuana Usage - Candidates that have used marijuana or cannabis in any form (natural or synthetic) and in any location (domestic or foreign) within (1) year preceding the date of application, will be disqualified. Other Drugs - Candidates that have used any drugs other than marijuana, within 10 years preceding the date of application, will be disqualified.

Job Summary

Oversees the GBI’s interactions with the public via social media through implementing content strategies on GBI social media platforms. Assists with general duties of the Public & Governmental Affairs Office.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop social media strategies for GBI social media platforms.
• Create content for all GBI social media platforms (graphics, videos, carousels, written posts, etc.).
• Manage communication with public via social media.
• Analyze and identify trends in audience engagement and direct strategies based on this data.
• Assist with editing and writing news releases.
• Respond to incoming media inquiries.
• Manage GBI Podcast.
• Coordinate with and supervise interns.

Essential Job Functions

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. May be required to work extended hours. Statewide travel is required. Must have a valid Georgia Driver’s License. May be required to work outside in different weather conditions.

Physical Requirements

The incumbent will occasionally be required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop and kneel. Occasionally light lifting/or moving boxes or supplies may be required.

Work Environment

This position requires the incumbent to work in an office setting with other professionals. NOTE: This position requires some travel and operating a state vehicle. A valid Georgia driver’s license is required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university OR Three years of communications or related experience.

Applicants who have completed part or all of their education outside the U.S. must have their foreign education evaluated by an accredited organization to ensure that the foreign education is equivalent to education received in accredited educational institutions in the U.S. This evaluation must be a course‑by‑course evaluation that includes each completed course/subject and the U.S. credit equivalent. Applicants must submit (2) copies of the credential evaluations to the address noted above by the deadline.

Due to budget constraints, the GBI is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. Applicants must present a professional image during all phases of the GBI hiring process, to include when interviewing, either in‑person or virtually. The attire and appearance of applicants interviewing must be what is generally accepted as both professional and appropriate for a business work environment. Please contact GBI Office of Human Resources at 404-270-8335 or [e-mail] if reasonable accommodation is needed in the application and/or interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Minimum Qualifications: Associate degree in marketing or a related field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of job‑related experience; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Marketing Spec 1 (GSP070) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.

Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.