Remote Public Affairs & Media Relations Lead

Cook County Government; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Telework options

Paid time off

Pension plan

Wellness program

Job summary

Cook County Government seeks a Public Relations Specialist to manage internal and external communications for the department, coordinating with County bureaus and the Office of the President. The role involves drafting press materials, remarks, and newsletters, and may serve as a spokesperson when required.

You will work closely with other departments to align messaging across government operations and support press conferences and public messaging efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in communications, public relations, or a related field.
• Two years of communications, public relations, or related experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Bureau/Department Head to the media and coordinate media access as authorized by leadership.
• Develop internal and external communications including press materials and messaging.
• Draft press releases, remarks, talking points and newsletters as needed.
• Collaborate with other County bureaus and the Office of the President on communications.
• Provide guidance and training on communications to staff and stakeholders.
• Plan press conferences and public messaging in alignment with department goals.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Cook County Government seeks a Public Relations Specialist to manage internal and external communications for the department, coordinating with County bureaus and the Office of the President. The role involves drafting press materials, remarks, and newsletters, and may serve as a spokesperson when required.

You will work closely with other departments to align messaging across government operations and support press conferences and public messaging efforts.