Public Affairs Specialist II — State Parks (Hybrid Work)

Department of Revenue; Central (LA); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department in Salem, Oregon seeks a permanent, full-time Public Affairs Specialist 2 to lead comprehensive communication strategies and stakeholder engagements. The role emphasizes autonomy, strategic planning, and cross‑agency collaboration.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and several years of public relations experience, with potential for hybrid-remote work; travel to Salem may be required for in-person duties.

Qualifications

• Exceptional writing and editing across newsletters, press releases and web content.
• Experience developing and evaluating strategic communications plans for internal and external audiences.
• Experience representing an organization to media and delivering newsroom-ready messaging.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines and cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies aligned to agency objectives.
• Represent the agency with key stakeholders and media audiences.
• Coordinate activities with internal staff and external partners, ensuring policy interpretation is accurate.
• Evaluate outcomes and continuously improve communication approaches.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Editing

Media relations

Communications planning

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration or related field

Job description

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department in Salem, Oregon seeks a permanent, full-time Public Affairs Specialist 2 to lead comprehensive communication strategies and stakeholder engagements. The role emphasizes autonomy, strategic planning, and cross‑agency collaboration.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and several years of public relations experience, with potential for hybrid-remote work; travel to Salem may be required for in-person duties.