Public Relations Specialist

Job Summary: Ardelle Associates, a veteran-owned company providing Consulting and Support Services to government agencies is currently seeking a dynamic Public Relations Services Specialist to support the Department of Justice (DOJ) U.S. Attorney's Office (USAO) in Providence, RI. The ideal candidate for the position should possess strong grassroots organizational skills, program development expertise, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. They should be capable of working independently, have excellent communication skills, and be proficient in coordinating with a diverse group of community leaders, and have experience in media relations, public outreach, and community engagement. Duties: The duties outlined for the Public Relations Services Specialist in the U.S. Attorney's Office District of Dallas, Tx involve developing and implementing media strategies and community outreach programs to disseminate information effectively. This includes supporting public education efforts, identifying key community leaders, coordinating outreach methods, conducting interviews, scheduling meetings, and facilitating various case-related developments. The Specialist also coordinates interactive meetings with different groups, responds to inquiries from the U.S. Attorney and management team, reviews media for relevant stories, prepares reports and press releases, and acts as the primary media contact for the office, ensuring visibility and promoting the mission of the United States Attorney's Office. Skills: The requirements for the position of Public Relations Services Specialist in the U.S. Attorney’s Office District of Dallas, TX include the following: Duties a) Implements the USAO's social media program with an emphasis on planning for and managing communications on social media platforms as well as developing tactically and strategically social media use for the public affairs office. This includes: Develops and guides the communication of the USAO's themes and messages using social media platforms. Manages, edits, and recommends approval of daily content and interactions on social media platforms, which may include Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Flickr, Instagram, Google+, Yammer, Linkedln, Vimeo, X, etc. Oversee the execution of social media strategies and plans. Provides direction and guidance to USAO staff by guiding and directing social media inclusion in public affairs plans. Research new areas of web communication and advise senior management on social media platforms, trends, tactics and techniques. Perform as the USAO's subject matter experience on social media issues, developments, and policies. Maintains relationships with new and traditional media outlets. Provides strategic planning recommendations and social media content concerning exercises and real-world operations, crisis communication incidents, and other major internal and external audience communication efforts. These include but are not limited to managing the USAO's social media involvement in conferences, outreach events, and various local events. Receives, analyzes intent of, and develops social media response to query and public affairs guidance for USAO's staff concerning social Provides guidance to leadership on the planning and execution of information campaigns using social media. Writes and presents decision/information papers and briefings to the senior leadership as directed. Works with various other federal, state or local agencies to coordinate social media best practices and policies. Represents USAO's social media presence at conferences, meetings and seminars, to demonstrate the USAO's position in the social media space. Participates in the preparation and instruction of staff to help them communicate more effectively in social media forms. Provides social media training at the request of senior leadership. b) Plans, directs, and executes statewide and national campaigns to convey complex and controversial information concerning the USAO's initiatives, programs, and operations. Information and outreach programs represent the interests of various law enforcement agencies involved, as well as providing fair representation to special interest groups. In this regard: Plans, initiates, and implements comprehensive public affairs campaigns to enhance the understanding of USAO's initiatives among the public and specialized groups and organizations. Responds to information requests from local and national news media, specialized groups, and the public on significant program initiatives in written and oral form, which often require detailed explanations of negative comments made on the program's activities or perfo1mance in a particular situation. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with members of the local and national news media and specialized groups interested in USAO's programs. Organizes and coordinates news media interviews and oversees arrangements with media representatives. Develops and provides supporting materials as required. Evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of the national information program, media relations, and community relations programs in achieving greater understanding of the USAO's mission, goals and objectives. Arranges and conducts special events, workshops, seminars and other meetings with various organizations in stimulating participation in program activities, identifying their concerns, and motivating these groups to conduct similar programs for their memberships. c) Provides assistance and advisory services to public affairs specialists at the Departmental and office levels. Initiates and maintains direct contact with the public, specialized groups, and community and governmental entities directly affected by the USAO 's programs. These duties include: Requirements Must be a U.S. Citizen Must be able to pass a federal background check. No felonies. No warrants. Good credit. Must have experience in public relations #J-18808-Ljbffr