Public Information & Communications Specialist

State-of-Michigan; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) seeks a Communications Specialist who will manage external communications and serve as the Public Information Officer for LEO-E&T. The role requires developing and executing media relations and partner communications strategies, with writing and editing responsibilities for various materials.

The position may offer remote/hybrid scheduling based on performance, but all work must be performed in Michigan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, broadcasting, telecommunications, advertising, marketing, public relations, or a related field.
• Four years of professional experience in the communications field, including responsibilities aligned with public information and external communications.
• Experience coordinating public information efforts and working with leadership and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of external communications and serve as the Public Information Officer.
• Develop and execute communications strategies covering public relations, media relations, and partner communications.
• Write and edit press releases, websites, publications, and talking points for leadership.

Skills

Communications experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, broadcasting, telecommunications, advertising, marketing, public relations, or related field

Job description

The Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) seeks a Communications Specialist who will manage external communications and serve as the Public Information Officer for LEO-E&T. The role requires developing and executing media relations and partner communications strategies, with writing and editing responsibilities for various materials.

The position may offer remote/hybrid scheduling based on performance, but all work must be performed in Michigan.