Public Affairs Specialist - Mid Level (Social & Media)

New Mexico Department of Agriculture; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Department of Agriculture in Las Cruces is seeking a Public Affairs Specialist Intermediate to manage communications, social media, and media relations. The role focuses on writing press materials, translating to Spanish, and coordinating events for the department.

Exempt, full-time, standard M-F schedule, located in Las Cruces. The ideal candidate will have an associate or bachelor's degree with relevant experience and preferred Spanish translation skills, contributing to a proactive

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree with required years of experience.
• Equivalent combinations approved by HR.
• Spanish translation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit press releases and media content.
• Plan and create social media content and analytics reports.
• Translate news releases and documents to Spanish.
• Support event planning, coordination, and evaluation.
• Maintain relationships with media, the public, and stakeholders.

Skills

Press releases writing

Social media management

Spanish translation

Education

Associate's Degree + 7 years of relevant experience

Bachelor's degree + 5 years of relevant experience

Job description

New Mexico Department of Agriculture in Las Cruces is seeking a Public Affairs Specialist Intermediate to manage communications, social media, and media relations. The role focuses on writing press materials, translating to Spanish, and coordinating events for the department.

Exempt, full-time, standard M-F schedule, located in Las Cruces. The ideal candidate will have an associate or bachelor's degree with relevant experience and preferred Spanish translation skills, contributing to a proactive