Public Information & Media Relations Specialist

Baltimore County Government; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore County is seeking a Public Information Specialist to prepare information for public release and support public relations and information programs across county agencies. The role involves video recording and editing, social media posting, and coordinating promotional materials.

Responsibilities include attending events, livestreaming, and advising agency representatives on communications strategies. Requires a bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, mass communications, or related field.
• 1 year of experience in journalism, public relations, or related work.
• Education/certification requirements include proof uploaded with application.

Responsibilities

• Prepare information for public release and assist in public relations programs.
• Attend events, photograph, post to social media, and livestream events.
• Develop advertising and marketing strategies; prepare educational materials.

Skills

Public relations

Video editing

Social media

Graphic design

Writing

Public speaking

Editing

Researching

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism/English/mass communications

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe Creative Suite

Desktop publishing

Word processing

Job description

Baltimore County is seeking a Public Information Specialist to prepare information for public release and support public relations and information programs across county agencies. The role involves video recording and editing, social media posting, and coordinating promotional materials.

Responsibilities include attending events, livestreaming, and advising agency representatives on communications strategies. Requires a bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field and relevant experience.