DEPUTY COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR - 79010154
State of Florida - Tallahassee, Florida, us, 32318![State of Florida](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Date: Aug 22, 2024Agency:
Business and Professional RegulationsWorking Title:
DEPUTY COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR - 79010154Hiring Salary:
$70,000 - $80,000* OPEN COMPETITIVE *Our Organization and Mission:License efficiently. Regulate fairly. Florida counts on DBPR to ensure many important matters are handled well. From the safety of food service and the integrity of real estate transactions to the standards of combat sports and the transparency of condominium governance, DBPR’s regulatory programs intersect with a wide range of business and professional activities in Florida.The Work You Will Do:This is a highly responsible position that serves as the department’s spokesperson and assists the Communications Director in all departmental communications functions, including media relations, social media strategy, marketing, web content development, stakeholder engagement, and video/graphic production.Your Specific Responsibilities:Serves as DBPR spokesperson and primary point of contact for media relations.Responds to inquiries and issues from elected officials, the media, the public, and other government agencies.Assists the Communications Director in generating earned media through the writing and development of press releases, proclamations, social media campaigns, articles, newsletters, and other external deliverables.Monitors daily media coverage and other published content related to the Department, its programs, and its personnel.Identifies media opportunities and strategies to proactively communicate the department's mission and provides information to the public, licensees, and stakeholders.Writes, edits and publishes news releases and articles for internal and external publication.Writes speeches, messages, talking points, and responses for the Secretary of the department and other members of the executive leadership team.Assists in managing messaging and strategy on department social media sites, including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.Identifies and supports opportunities to build and maintain relationships with department licensees and stakeholders, law makers, related organizations and associations, media entities, and others.Develops strategic and targeted messaging for internal and external communications.Assists with fulfilling public records requests from members of the media.Manages strategic internal communications initiatives to ensure employees are engaged in departmental efforts.Creates multimedia scripts for internal and external communications initiatives.Collaborates to draft, review, plan, and disseminate internal correspondence to employees.Assists with the planning, production, editing, and dissemination of videos, photographs, reports, and other publications.Supports planning, coordinating, and staffing special events.Manages internal and external web pages and department-managed sites.Aligns communications goals and plans with Governor, Secretary, and department priorities.Assists the Communications Director in managing the Communications Office and staff.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of journalistic writing styles and grammar.Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Knowledge of media relations, public relations editing, and marketing principles.Ability to translate technical information into plain language.Skilled in writing news releases, reports, and newsletters.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.Proficient in social media platforms and best practices.Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite.Detail-oriented with problem-solving skills.Ability to organize and manage meetings and special events.Ability to quickly learn new concepts and procedures.The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:State of Florida retirement package: 3% employee contribution required.Nine annual paid holidays and one personal holiday.176 hours of paid annual leave annually.104 hours of paid sick leave annually.Health insurance coverage available.$25,000 life insurance policy available.Additional supplemental insurance policies available.Tax deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts available.Tuition waiver program for approved State of Florida College or University.Applicant Note:
If you are the selected candidate and hold a current license through the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, you may be required to place your license in an inactive status.NOTE:
This position requires a security background check and participation in direct deposit.The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center in advance.The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing.For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.
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