Public Communications Strategist

Collier County, FL; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Collier County is seeking a professional to provide strategic public information and communication support across the Communications, Government and Public Affairs Division. You will serve as a consultant to managers and departments, coordinate with the county's strategic plan, assist with budgeting, and help ensure compliance with state and federal mandates.

This role requires a bachelor’s degree and related experience; fingerprinting is also required, with the potential for deployment during

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Two (2) years of related experience.
• Candidates without a degree should possess four (4) additional years of related experience.
• Fingerprinting required.

Responsibilities

• Advises County managers, Department Heads, Directors, and employees regarding public information programs and services.
• Synchronizes communications efforts with the County’s strategic plan and long-range goals.
• Assists with program budget development, including revenue tracking and expenditure monitoring.
• Assists legislative staff to ensure agency awareness of new state and federal mandates.
• Recommends and monitors performance metrics to evaluate communication effectiveness and customer satisfaction.
• Recommends and participates in the development and implementation of Department/Division goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Public relations

Media relations

Strategic communications

Budgeting

Performance metrics

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Collier County is seeking a professional to provide strategic public information and communication support across the Communications, Government and Public Affairs Division. You will serve as a consultant to managers and departments, coordinate with the county's strategic plan, assist with budgeting, and help ensure compliance with state and federal mandates.

This role requires a bachelor’s degree and related experience; fingerprinting is also required, with the potential for deployment during