Pottawattamie County, IA is hiring: Public Relations Manager in Council Bluffs

Salary: $78,962.94 - $103,606.14 Annually Location : Council Bluffs, IA Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 2024-0077 Department: Human Resources/Risk Management Opening Date: 11/13/2024 Closing Date: Continuous ANNOUNCEMENT & PURPOSE OF POSITION Pottawattamie County is seeking a dynamic and experienced Public Relations Manager to join our Team! An individual in this position is responsible for the development and administration of the county's communication program. The communication program includes developing communication strategies, media and public relations, community relations and dissemination of information related to Pottawattamie County. Pottawattamie County offers employees a strong benefit plan at a reasonable cost. Our benefit offerings include health, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and other voluntary benefits. To highlight some of our amazing benefits: We offer a family plan at $233.28 per month cost to the employee, with an additional $30 savings if the employee participates in the wellness program. $1500 family deductible 100% employer paid long-term disability coverage Premium free dental coverage generous paid time off; sick leave and vacation leave IPERS retirement; Unlike benefits from other retirement plans, IPERS benefits aren't tied to the performance of the stock market. With IPERS, you don't need to make complicated investment decisions for your retirement dreams to become a reality. For full details on Pottawattamie County's extensive benefits, view the ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Direct, lead and implement communication strategies for the county. Manage communications including public speaking, media relations, website updates, social networking, print and broadcast communication, digital communication, etc. Assist in preparing and creating county related material for public promotion of programs and services, including flyers and posters. Seek avenues to strengthen the county's effectives of communication. Generate communication strategies to effectively create public awareness of county services and program. Serve as the county's brand manager, ensuring all communication is presented professionally and follows the county's brand guidelines. Work closely with all departments on department specific needs regarding their communication and public relations. Serve as the primary resource for information from the Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors. Facilitate County Board community visibility and engagement. Promote relationships with key business partners, cities and citizens within the county. Attend meetings and events within the county. Monitor and respond to community feedback. Analyze extent of public understanding of county programs and business and determines how to educate and communicate regarding such. Assist with the county's online presence including social media, website, etc. Arrange press conferences, statements, interviews and appearances with county officials. Provide guidance and strategies to county officials on effectively presenting message and/or information. Assist with internal strategies as needed. Perform other duties as directed or as the situation dictates. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITY Regular and reliable attendance at work reporting location is an essential function of this position. Ability to report to work on time and in accordance with established work schedule. Skill in the use of computers. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite, including word, excel, power point and familiar with Microsoft 365. Ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple responsibilities. Must have strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, county employees and other governmental agencies and governmental officials. Excellent time management skills and the ability to work with little or no supervision. ESSENTIAL EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION AND/OR LICENSES Bachelor's degree in public relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism or related field and at least five (5) years of direct work experience in public relations, media relations, communications work including writing, editing and public speaking, government relations or spokesperson responsibilities for a complex public or private organization. Must possess a valid driver's license at the time of hire and maintain it throughout the course of employment. Pottawattamie County provides a wide range of employee benefits to support health and well-being, and work/life balance. Benefits can vary depending on collective bargaining agreements. Pottawattamie County's competitive benefit package includes: Health, Dental, Life & Long Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Vision Plan Iowa Public Employee's Retirement System (IPERS) Paid vacation days 11 paid holidays Paid sick leave Worker's Compensation Employee Assistance Program