Community Relations Coordinator

Introduction

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Summary Statement

This is the third level in the series responsible for\r\noverseeing and coordinating public relations and information functions for all\r\ndivisions within a department.\r\n\r\n\r\nThis incumbent serves as the Marketing Manager and Public\r\nInformation Officer for the Delaware Public Archives. The position is\r\nresponsible for writing press releases; editing and approving public-facing\r\ncommunications; developing physical and virtual exhibits; overseeing outreach\r\ninitiatives across agency sections; managing media relations; and providing\r\nfinal review and approval for the State of Delaware Historical Marker Program,\r\nin support of the agency’s mission and public engagement goals.\r\n

Essential Functions

\r\nEssential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.\r\n\r\n Gathers, organizes, and formats information related to an agency's goals, objectives and services.\r\n � \r\n Promotes an agency's image consistent with the overall direction of the agency.\r\n � \r\n Coordinates timely and accurate responses and information to citizens, community groups or governmental agencies. \r\n � \r\n Encourages participation in the use of agency services.\r\n � \r\n Coordinates and conducts public meetings, media events or educational programs.\r\n Ensures a mutual sharing of information with other agencies, media and the general public.� \r\n May supervise staff. \r\n\r\n\r\n

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Community Relations Coordinator \r\nApplicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:\r\n\r\n Three years experience in public relations or�media relations to establish and promote a positive image�and inform or influence specific audiences through the use of internal and external communications such as public forums, print or electronic media, speech writing, writing/editing, marketing, advertising,�or special events.\r\n Three years experience in gathering, organizing, formatting, translating, or interpreting information into forms more easily understood by the media or public, and disseminating the information through the use of print, broadcast or electronic media.�\r\n Three years experience in public speaking which includes gathering, preparing and presenting information to the public or media groups. \r\n Six months experience in developing, planning and directing public events, campaigns, programs, or services to meet community needs. \r\n Six months experience in determining and evaluating alternative courses of action to resolve or mitigate controversial issues. \r\n Six months experience in developing policies, procedures or programs for dissemination of information to the public or media groups. \r\n\r\n

Additional Posting Information

A writing sample will be requested at the\r\ntime of interview.\r\n

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United\r\nStates. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal\r\nE-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each\r\nnew hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in\r\nthe U.S. For more information refer to our�job\r\nseeker resources.\r\n\r\n\r\nAll new hires are required to report to the Statewide New\r\nEmployee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held\r\nat designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.\r\n\r\n

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/\r\n

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.� It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.� For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.�� Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.\r\n\r\nOnce you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.� Please keep your contact information current.� You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at�StateJobs.Delaware.gov.\r\n

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.�\r\nIndividuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting�delawarerelay.com.�\r\nIf you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.\r\nThe State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.�\r\n