Media- Public Relations Specialist

$60,000 - $75,000/Yr

City Of Cleveland - Cleveland, OH

Full-time - Entry Level

Cleveland, OH

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Media - Public Relations Specialist is responsible for planning and administering public relations projects and programs for the City of Cleveland's Department of Public Safety. This role involves supervising project activities, managing budgets, and ensuring effective communication between the department and the public, including media outlets. The specialist will also develop and maintain a strong social media presence, draft press releases, and coordinate community outreach events.

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer specific projects or programs for the City department.
• Serve as the administrative supervisor on projects or programs.
• Plan, assign, supervise, and review activities of subordinate personnel.
• Monitor the project or program's operating budget and assist in annual preparation.
• Design, implement, and monitor procedures for program evaluation.
• Develop and secure commitments from other City departments and agencies.
• Provide technical assistance or review program policies and procedures.
• Maintain current information and oversee the preparation of project status reports.
• Prepare financial and narrative reports and program applications.
• Communicate project/program status and information to municipal officials and/or public and private entities.
• Supervise employees assigned to the respective project as needed.
• Develop, organize, and execute departmental announcements and events.
• Draft press releases, media summaries, and presentations.
• Build and maintain relationships with media contacts and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain a dynamic social media presence and campaign.
• Manage media requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Ensure consistent and cohesive messaging and documentation.
• Track, report, and analyze media coverage and social media reach.
• Develop a proactive public safety public relations program.
• Assist in organizing and preparing key leaders for interviews.
• Collaborate with City Departments regarding information releases.
• Coordinate public safety presence on City maintained websites.
• Develop and execute community education and outreach events.
• Coordinate preparation of department and division annual reporting.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Social Sciences, or related field preferred.
• Two years of full-time, paid, progressively responsible experience in program administration required.
• Ability to lift and carry thirty pounds.
• Valid State of Ohio Driver's License required.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field preferred.
• Experience in federal, state, or local government communications preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse neighborhoods or communities strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities