Senior Public Affairs & Communications Strategist

GFOAT

Waco (TX)

Hybrid

USD 59,000 - 72,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The City of Waco seeks an experienced Senior Public Information & Communication Specialist to tell the City’s story and connect residents with programs and services. You will translate complex information into clear messages and work across departments.

This role emphasizes strong writing, strategic communication, and building relationships with community stakeholders. You will maintain media relations, manage content for the City website and social channels, and support communications during

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree plus 5 years' experience required or an equivalent combination.
Experience in public information and communications programs is required.
Knowledge of city government operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develops content, presents information, and ensures accurate information is presented to promote city departments and services; updates City website and social media sites and provides electronic and print media organizations with information.
Represents the City and maintains media relations in the community on a variety of topics in a timely manner.
Develops and implements communication strategies for the dissemination of information to ensure that the key messages reach the public.
Develops and coordinates crisis and risk communications during city emergencies.
Required to respond after-hours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City wide emergency.