Public Relations Specialist Job at State of Montana in Great Falls

State of Montana Public Relations Specialist

Location: Great Falls, Montana

Requisition ID: 25140301

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Responsibilities

1. Communication Preparation Activities (30%):
   • Develop a comprehensive communication plan for the school's overall public information and outreach efforts.
   • Interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, and policies for public-relations operations, with student and staff privacy at the forefront (understanding FERPA).
   • Prepare factual, compelling presentations to support the interest, goals, and strategic plans of the school.
   • Prepare information for legislative committee meetings, Board of Public Education meetings, and other public groups interested in MSDB.
2. Communication Routines (40%):
   • Develop, edit, and promote informational materials about school activities and programs through various mediums.
   • Release informational materials via press releases, websites, and social media.
   • Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with external stakeholders to promote the school.
   • Represent the school to internal and external community groups.
   • Work with the superintendent to respond to information requests.
   • Update school websites with news and promotional materials.
   • Ensure effective and consistent messaging in all communication areas.
3. Education Office Manager (25%):
   • Serve as one of the first points of contact for the school, greeting visitors and assisting them.
   • Prioritize communication with parents and caregivers, maintaining knowledge of individual student circumstances.
   • Record and prepare logs of staff leave hours and manage leave requests.
   • Communicate schedules with paraprofessionals and substitutes daily.
   • Coordinate van runs with the high school schedule and communicate with drivers.
   • Maintain a professional and inviting education office environment.
4. Other Duties as Assigned (5%):

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience)

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience working on projects from beginning to end
• Experience with social media and other communication methods

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in public relations, communications, marketing, or journalism
• Two years of directly related experience
• Other combinations of education and experience can be considered
• Preferred experience providing support to executive staff