Public Relations & Media Coordinator Job at Virginia Department of Human Resourc

Public Relations & Media Coordinator - 00057 Job no: 5045380 Work type: Full-Time (Salaried) Location: Richmond (City), Virginia Categories: Administrative Services, Public Relations / Communications Title: Public Relations & Media Coordinator - 00057 State Role Title: 29094 Hiring Range: $90,000 - $110,000 Pay Band: 5 Agency: Department of General Services Location: Washington Building Agency Website: www.dgs.virginia.gov Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties We are seeking an experienced Public Relations & Media Coordinator to join our team to provide a full spectrum of public relations. This position is responsible for interacting with the media, submitting news releases, preparing presentations, and managing the DGS website and all communications materials; developing and implementing plans and procedures for agency management and staff on public relations issues and activities; providing external communications and information for DGS' major projects that are of public interest; providing constituent relations to promote awareness, understanding, and support for various programs and projects; representing the agency to various media organizations and entities within the Commonwealth and nationally; coordinating efforts of various bodies, public and private. This position ensures the proper reception, designation and documentation of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and will provide direct support to the Directors Office, etc., as needed. This position will be located in Richmond, Virginia and must report on-site. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule (telework up to 2 days/week) after 6 months of satisfactory performance. About Us The Department of General Services (DGS) is a diverse and customer focused agency that provides a wide array of services for other state agencies, local governments, and citizens of the Commonwealth. Our agency provides oversight of laboratory testing, statewide procurement and contracting, building construction oversight, engineering, facilities management, real estate services, fleet management, mail services, surplus, and warehouse distribution operations. We've got great benefits! DGS offers excellent health benefits at affordable pricing, pre-tax spending accounts, paid life insurance, paid Short and Long-Term Disability benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and other leave benefits, wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. DGS is a qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Minimum Qualifications •Knowledge of advanced public relations, media and marketing principles, and political and economic interrelationships. •Advanced professional speaking, writing, and presentation skills to be acceptable at the top levels of government. •Considerable skill in communicating orally in discussions, meetings, media interviews, and speeches. •Strong ability to discern communication needs of agency management and to explain complex issues to a wide variety of audiences. •Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast paced environment •Experienced writer and communicator demonstrating sound judgement, creative problem-solving skills, and discretion with sensitive or confidential information •Demonstrated ability to monitor press coverage, vet press inquiries, and drive media opportunities •Experience in communications, public relations, journalism, or public administration. •Experience developing, editing and proofreading client-facing media materials - press releases, pitches, media advisories, briefing documents, fact sheets, etc. •Experience with reactive and proactive media relations •Experience making decisions in a changing environment while anticipating future needs •Experience with media monitoring, media list management and compiling media analytics report •Experienced self-starter who can manage projects independently, a good sense of prioritization and calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment Additional Considerations •Experience setting up measurement programs and measuring the ongoing ROI of communications activities Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. The selected candidate must pass a criminal background check. Applicants that indicate they have preferential hiring rights in the form of a yellow form or blue card must submit these to our office prior to the closing of the posting, in accordance with DHRM policy 1.30. Please note that only current and former employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia that will be or have been laid off are eligible for preferential hiring rights. Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. Notice: DGS will record information from each new employee's Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization. Fax, e-mail or mail applications will not be accepted. The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office jobs@dgs.virginia.gov or 804-786-3910. Applications will be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received. After 5 business days, this position may be closed at any time. The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and individuals with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service experience are encouraged to apply. Applicants in need of accommodation during the application and/or interview process may contact DGS at 804-786-3910 for assistance. Contact Information Name: Human Resources Phone: 804-786-3910 Email: jobs@dgs.virginia.gov In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process. Advertised: 14 Feb 2025 Eastern Standard Time Applications close: