What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grant Management Support Specialist position at Livingston County, NY?
About the Team
We are a dynamic team at Livingston County, NY, dedicated to promoting the mission and values of our organization. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of effective communication strategies to engage our target audience and showcase the County's initiatives.
Your primary responsibilities will include creating high-quality content for various channels, collaborating with internal stakeholders to develop digital content, and managing the County's social media presence. You will also serve as a liaison between the County and news media, ensuring that our message is conveyed accurately and effectively.
To succeed in this role, you will need a strong understanding of marketing and public relations principles, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently under deadline pressure. A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or a closely related field, as well as one year of full-time paid professional level experience in public relations, communications, or a closely related field, is required. A valid New York State driver's license is also necessary.
Main Responsibilities
We are a dynamic team at Livingston County, NY, dedicated to promoting the mission and values of our organization. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of effective communication strategies to engage our target audience and showcase the County's initiatives.
Your primary responsibilities will include creating high-quality content for various channels, collaborating with internal stakeholders to develop digital content, and managing the County's social media presence. You will also serve as a liaison between the County and news media, ensuring that our message is conveyed accurately and effectively.
To succeed in this role, you will need a strong understanding of marketing and public relations principles, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently under deadline pressure. A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or a closely related field, as well as one year of full-time paid professional level experience in public relations, communications, or a closely related field, is required. A valid New York State driver's license is also necessary.
Main Responsibilities
- Develop and implement effective communication strategies to engage the target audience;
- Create high-quality content for various channels, including news releases, newsletters, articles, brochures, advertisements, and social media posts;
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop digital content for the website and social channels;
- Manage the County's social media presence and use social media and digital platforms to amplify the branding and message of the County;
- Serve as liaison officer between the County and news media;
- Work with printers, proofread material to be printed, and maintain up-to-date mailing lists;
- Implement public relations and communication goals and plans according to the needs and priorities of the County;
- Monitor the website to ensure accuracy, currentness, and error-free pages;
- Review and edit media material prepared by staff before release;
- Write, edit, and review drafts and final copies of speeches, presentations, and other communications;
- Prepare and give oral presentations as needed;
- Respond verbally and in writing to requests for information;
- May attend offsite events to gather information or take photographs or videos.
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or a closely related field;
- One year full-time paid professional level experience in public relations, communications, or a closely related field;
- Possession of a valid New York State driver's license.
