Public Information Specialist

About Us Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida. The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services. The City’s mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service. The City of Tallahassee’s workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work-life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area. Job Specifications Join the City of Tallahassee's Communications department and help tell the stories that connect our community to the services, programs, and initiatives that make a difference every day. In this dynamic role, you'll develop engaging communications, build strong relationships across City departments, and help keep residents informed through strategic marketing, media relations, and public outreach. What You'll Do: Develop and implement communications and marketing plans that support City departments, programs, services, and initiatives. Create, edit, and publish content for print, web, digital, and social media platforms. Serve as a communications liaison to City departments by providing strategic communications support, media relations guidance, and public information assistance. Prepare news releases, coordinate media outreach, and assist with communications for City-sponsored events and initiatives. Collaborate with Department of Communications staff and serve on the City's Emergency Management Team to support public information efforts during emergencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr