Remote Public Affairs Specialist — RD Communications Lead

Agriculture, Rural Development; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 78,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Agriculture, Rural Development in Virginia is seeking a Public Information Officer (PIO) for the Virginia State Office to develop and administer a statewide public information program designed to maximize public exposure and affirm the mission and objectives of RD.

The role involves coordinating communications, media relations, and public affairs activities across the state, ensuring accurate messaging and timely information for stakeholders and the public.

Qualifications

• Transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer a statewide public information program designed to maximize public exposure and affirm the mission and objectives of RD.
• Coordinate communications, media relations, and public affairs activities across the state to ensure accurate messaging and timely information for stakeholders and the public.

Education

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Job description

Agriculture, Rural Development in Virginia is seeking a Public Information Officer (PIO) for the Virginia State Office to develop and administer a statewide public information program designed to maximize public exposure and affirm the mission and objectives of RD.

The role involves coordinating communications, media relations, and public affairs activities across the state, ensuring accurate messaging and timely information for stakeholders and the public.