Strategic Communications Lead – Public Engagement

Weld County Government; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Weld County Government is seeking a Communications Specialist to join the Communications and Public Information Department in Colorado. You will manage and assess strategic communication projects across multiple county departments and divisions, guiding public information initiatives to support the county's goals.

The role involves writing press releases, monitoring media, coordinating interviews, and collaborating with department heads and the Board of Commissioners to ensure timely, accurate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, mass communications, strategic communications, or related field.
• 2 years of professional experience in media, communications, journalism, or public relations.
• 1 year experience in copy editing in a professional context.
• 1 year experience implementing AP Style in a professional context.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Communications and Engagement: develop and assess strategic communication plans for multiple county departments.
• Public and Media Relations: write press releases, monitor media, coordinate interviews, and build media networks.
• Copywriting and Editing: create and edit news releases, promotional copy, reports, blogs, and social content.
• Strategic Operational Support: prepare materials for meetings/events and manage project marketing materials.
• Other Duties as Assigned: follow policies, maintain confidentiality, and support department goals.

Skills

communication

project management

public relations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Mass Communications, Strategic Communications, or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

InDesign

Premiere

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Weld County Government is seeking a Communications Specialist to join the Communications and Public Information Department in Colorado. You will manage and assess strategic communication projects across multiple county departments and divisions, guiding public information initiatives to support the county's goals.

The role involves writing press releases, monitoring media, coordinating interviews, and collaborating with department heads and the Board of Commissioners to ensure timely, accurate