Duties and Responsibilities:

• Writes, edits and prepares news releases for distribution;
• Corresponds daily with the print and electronic media, as well as involvement in community-oriented Agency projects;
• Develops working rapport with electronic and print news media;
• Assists with special projects, events, and crime prevention presentations involving Agency members and the community;
• Uses and/or distributes information throughout social media to communicate information regarding Agency programs and services, including emergency and non-emergency information;
• Assists in preparation of public service announcements, speeches, and program proposals, including public engagements and radio announcements;
• Coordinates speaking engagements with business and/or community groups;
• Assists with public information requests from the media;
• May participate in Agency recruitment and community relations activities, occasionally involves out-of-county travel;
• Attends various community meetings;
• May assist and coordinate with Neighborhood Watch Groups;
• Creates custom power point presentations;
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from High School or possession of a High School Equivalency Diploma recognized by the State of Florida AND EITHER:
• Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations or a closely-related field; OR
• Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with an Associate’s degree in Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations or a closely-related field AND four (4) years of experience in Marketing or Public Relations; OR
• Eight (8) years’ experience in Marketing or Public Relations; AND
• Must have a valid State of Florida Drivers’ License.