CITY OF WILMINGTON Communications Specialist Salary in the United States

Facilitates external and internal communications by communicating and interacting with employees from all levels and of various departments in order to research, compose, edit, and post items for the assigned website, printed publications, social media, government television and other media sources, often with pressing deadlines. Composes, edits and assists with speeches and presentations for City officials; and distributes information through the utilization of various technologies.

Provides information directly to local news media in writing, orally and/or through interviews, including on call situations and on weekends as assigned.

Oversees special projects and events by organizing, coordinating and directing employees as needed for events and special projects; communicates and coordinates with elected officials or executive staff for speeches and presentations; researches, designs, composes and produces materials for events, and manages and monitors event budgets and expenses.

Administers the assigned websites and social media sites. Create and review analytical reports and makes recommendations for changes based on the data. Keeps current on social media tools and recommends changes to related policies and guidelines as needed.  Interacts with citizens online through social media channels by answering or routing questions to the appropriate internal respondent. Education:  Bachelor's degree or higher in communications, journalism, business administration or closely related field.

Experience:   Three (3) years of communications, public relations, journalism or other closely related experience.

Other Requirements:  Valid Driver's License

Notes:  Criminal history and driving history check required for the selected candidate.  The selected candidate will be required to pass a post-offer drug screen, polygraph and background investigation. Ability to multi-task, coordinate and work independently.

Journalism and/or communications back-ground, specifically in a public safety office.

Experience in website and social media administration.