Manager of Communication & Public Relations
City of Aurora - Aurora, Colorado, United States, 80012Work at City of Aurora
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15001 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1554
City of Aurora, Colorado
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of:
Integrity ,
Respect, Professionalism , and
Customer Service , and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
Why Work for Aurora?Make a difference in the lives of real people every dayDiverse communityCompetitive total compensation packageWell-Funded General Employees Retirement PlanLight rail station minutes awayOn-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancementAccess to innovation workspacesPRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The hiring salary range is $107,157.75 - $133,947.19.
The deadline to submit applications is Wednesday, July 31, 2024. Initial review of submitted applications will commence on Thursday, August 1, 2024. Please note, the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine a qualified pool of applicants exists, this position may be closed without notice.
This position serves in the Executive Office of the Chief of Police for the Aurora (CO) Police Department. The Manager of Communication and Public Relations is responsible for the information flow between the city of Aurora and all internal and external stakeholders. The Manager provides leadership to assigned staff - a team comprised of Public Information Officers, a videographer and a photographer - to maximize engagement and ensure quality and quantity of work focuses on successful outcomes. The Manager coordinates departmental public affairs and media relations functions to increase brand awareness, promote transparency and foster understanding of public safety issues within the community. The role also leads internal communication efforts to ensure the vision and goals of the Chief of Police are effectively communicated throughout the Department.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Develops operational plans involving recruiting and marketing campaigns and media and communications tactics.Develops strategy, goals, objectives, and performance measurements for internal and external communications, marketing, media, and public relations functions in the Department in coordination with city of Aurora Communications staff.Selects, trains, develops, and evaluates staff.Manages the work of professional staff members engaged in the design, preparation, and production of public information materials.Directs and supports the day-to-day media activities handled by the Public Information Office staff.Handles high-profile, complex, and controversial media matters.Builds and maintains relationships with media including reporters, editors, digital media sources through regular outreach.Coordinates media and public relations activities, projects and initiatives with other departments, outside agencies, and jurisdictions.Coordinates and writes briefing documents for media interviews.Prepares and presents reports, presentations, project findings to senior management, city departments, policy committees, City Council, and others.Establishes and oversees news monitoring processes and share relevant news with Department and city leaders and other key staff.Drafts and edits high-quality content including but not limited to press releases, media advisories, guest columns, op-eds, articles, statements, and quotes for Department officials.Identifies story opportunities for Department subject matter experts to be in the media.Produces talking points and summaries of issues for police leadership, especially on high-profile, controversial, and complex matters.Works closely with entire Communications staff on joint projects and strategies.Oversees development and management of budget.Performs other related duties as assigned.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in journalism, marketing, public relations, communications, or directly related field.
Experience:
At least 5 years progressively responsible professional experience in communications, marketing, public or media relations fields.
At least 4 years of management experience
At least 2 years of experience in crisis communications, emergency management and/or political environment.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
Colorado Driver's License with a good driving record. Must be kept current as a condition of employment.
Knowledge:
Knowledge of journalism, marketing, public and media relations strategies, principles, and techniques.
Knowledge of government and working in a governmental/political environment.
Knowledge of management principles.
Knowledge of AP style.
Skills:
Strong interpersonal, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, and creative problem-solving techniques.
Skill in use of computers including word processing applications.
Skill in use of social media platforms and websites
Skill in use of virtual meeting applications and ability to host virtual meetings as needed.
Self-motivated, has a superior work ethic, is technically savvy, and can work remotely as needed.
Abilities:
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, executive staff, citizens, and elected officials.
Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
Handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing, synthesizing complex information into more useful formats for decision-makers and other stakeholders using AP style and excellent writing and editing skills.
Direct and effectively supervise a large diverse workforce.
Administer budgets.
Ability to understand the objectives of both internal groups and external organizations to develop collaboration and support for goals, programs, and projects of the city. Demonstrated ability to capture the voice of the organization and its officials consistently and convincingly.
Ability to prepare and provide professional presentations.
Excellent problem-solving abilities.
Highly organized and dependable, able to multi-task, work quickly, and effectively manage numerous deadlines.
Essential Personnel:
When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.
Physical Demands:
Light physical work lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with or without assistance with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
Occasional walking and standing.
Accommodation: Ability to bring objects into focus.
Depth Perception: Ability to judge distances and space relationships.
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Performing work through using two or more body parts or other devices.
Fingering: Picking and pinching, through use of fingers or otherwise.
Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, through use of hands, fingers, or other means.
Hearing: Perceiving and comprehending the nature and direction of sounds.
Lifting: Moving objects weighing no more than 30 pounds from one level to another.
Reaching: Extending the hands and arms or other device in any direction.
Repetitive motions: Making frequent or continuous movements.
Sitting: Remaining in a stationary position.
Talking: Communicating ideas or exchanging information.
Works both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions with exposure to dust and noise.
May also work in an office setting with overhead lighting and long periods of screen time.
Will respond to on-call critical incidents as well as take on-call media response approximately 25% of the time.
Equipment Used:
This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.
For Veterans
preference
:
Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.