Public Communications Lead - Media Relations & Crisis PR

Jefferson Parish Government; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Parish Government seeks a skilled Public Information Officer team member to develop and manage communications, including press releases and media inquiries. The role supports the Public Information Office, drafts statements, and may act as a spokesperson at Parish events.

Preference given to candidates with crisis communication and supervisory experience. The position emphasizes public relations, official communications, and rapid response across multiple channels, with essential

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related field and at least five years in media relations or public relations.
• Preferred experience in Crisis Communication and public speaking; supervisory experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages all parish communications related to public relations and media relations.
• Drafts and disseminates official press releases and statements; responds to media inquiries.
• Represents department director at Parish functions and meetings when requested.
• Manages information dissemination through news media, social media, JPTV and parish website.

Skills

Media relations

Public relations

Crisis communication

Public speaking

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related field

Job description

Jefferson Parish Government seeks a skilled Public Information Officer team member to develop and manage communications, including press releases and media inquiries. The role supports the Public Information Office, drafts statements, and may act as a spokesperson at Parish events.

Preference given to candidates with crisis communication and supervisory experience. The position emphasizes public relations, official communications, and rapid response across multiple channels, with essential