Public Communications Specialist: Storytelling & Engagement

Pender County Government; Burgaw (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pender County Government is seeking a talented Communications Specialist to support public information across departments, producing content and coordinating outreach to residents.

The ideal candidate is a strong writer with experience in media relations, graphic design, digital media, and emergency communications. You will craft press materials, manage social channels, update the website, and help engage diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, or a closely related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years in communications, public relations, or digital media.
• Experience with public-sector or local government communications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Write press releases, speeches, talking points, newsletters, and responses to inquiries.
• Coordinate with local media and manage crisis communications support.
• Develop digital content, including video, web content, and social media posts.
• Maintain and update county website content and editorial calendars.
• Monitor analytics and prepare regular performance reports

Skills

Public communications

Writing

Graphic design

Social media management

Media relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Google Analytics

CivicPlus

Drupal

Granicus

Job description

Pender County Government is seeking a talented Communications Specialist to support public information across departments, producing content and coordinating outreach to residents.

The ideal candidate is a strong writer with experience in media relations, graphic design, digital media, and emergency communications. You will craft press materials, manage social channels, update the website, and help engage diverse communities.