Public Relations Coordinator - Hybrid
Arts In Wilmington, Asheboro, North Carolina, us, 27204
**Agency**Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources**Division**Zoological Park**Job Classification Title**Information & Communications Spec I (S)**Position Number**65037904**Grade**NC10The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the North Carolina Zoo, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. The Department’s vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team!**Description of Work**The North Carolina Zoo is growing, and it is an exciting time to join our team! The Zoo is seeking a dynamic, efficient, and enthusiastic individual to serve as Public Relations Coordinator. The Public Relations Coordinator position will have the highly visible and important role of organizing and representing the North Carolina Zoo at public speaking engagements, priority tours, and other writing or PR assignments as needed under the direction of the Zoo’s Public Relations Officer. The key focus of the PR Coordinator is to influence the public perception of the brand, promote the Zoo's mission, and market the Zoo experience. This person must be engaging, professional in appearance, a strategic and analytical thinker, quick decision-maker, self-starter, flexible, and an excellent written/verbal communicator. The Public Relations Coordinator will work on the Communications team and regularly assist with external stakeholder presentations, media escorts, and professional writing assignments.
Key Responsibilities
• Plans, schedules logistics, and leads priority tours around the Zoo.
• Drafts, edits, and publishes web copy, radio ad scripts, and blogs/articles as needed.
• Assists with the implementation and execution of communications team-related activities.
• Represents the organization through effective public speaking and professional presentations
• Utilizes news media effectively by delivering on-camera interviews, preparing press releases, and leading media escorts/tours.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences****Recruitment Range: $41,655 - $50,000****To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.**Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:* Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects and priorities with tight deadlines.* Demonstrated ability to work in team environments, as well as individually, to cultivate and elevate mission-based activities or programs.* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse audiences.**Position/Physical Requirements*** Must be able to work a rotating schedule that involves working weekends, holidays and after regular work shifts.* This position is eligible for hybrid work, up to 2 days per week.* This position involves light work, including exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds or force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Successful candidates must be able to reach, stand, walk, push, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.* Must be able to participate in the Zoo's Occupational Health Program for vaccines and testing.* Must meet DNCR Fleet Safety Guidelines and have ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.* Must have superior written/verbal communication skills with prior journalistic experience.* Must be an innovative, creative, effective and resourceful thinker and marketer.* Must be able to remain flexible and be comfortable working in a changing environment.* Must have a positive attitude and enthusiasm for contributing to the goals of the organization.* Must have personable, on-camera skills required for assigned media and PR events.**This position is deemed eligible for hybrid telework under DNCR’s Telework Policy.**Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.**This position is located at:**4401 Zoo ParkwayAsheboro, NC 27205**Minimum Education and Experience**Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, journalism, English, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution**OR**an equivalent combination of education and experience.**Division Description**The North Carolina Zoo exists for the enjoyment, education and inspiration of all our citizens and guests.
The North Carolina Zoo mission is to protect wildlife and wild places and inspire people to join in conserving the natural world.
This mission encompasses both domestic and international efforts, focusing on wildlife conservation, habitat preservation and promoting environmental stewardship.Learn more about the North Carolina Zoo:**Click**
**to learn about employee perks and benefits****.****Click**
**to see the Total Compensation Calculator****.****Supplemental and Contact Information**The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.We are an
state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.**Application Process****Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.**
*Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.** Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.* Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive #J-18808-Ljbffr
Key Responsibilities
• Plans, schedules logistics, and leads priority tours around the Zoo.
• Drafts, edits, and publishes web copy, radio ad scripts, and blogs/articles as needed.
• Assists with the implementation and execution of communications team-related activities.
• Represents the organization through effective public speaking and professional presentations
• Utilizes news media effectively by delivering on-camera interviews, preparing press releases, and leading media escorts/tours.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences****Recruitment Range: $41,655 - $50,000****To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.**Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:* Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects and priorities with tight deadlines.* Demonstrated ability to work in team environments, as well as individually, to cultivate and elevate mission-based activities or programs.* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse audiences.**Position/Physical Requirements*** Must be able to work a rotating schedule that involves working weekends, holidays and after regular work shifts.* This position is eligible for hybrid work, up to 2 days per week.* This position involves light work, including exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds or force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Successful candidates must be able to reach, stand, walk, push, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.* Must be able to participate in the Zoo's Occupational Health Program for vaccines and testing.* Must meet DNCR Fleet Safety Guidelines and have ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.* Must have superior written/verbal communication skills with prior journalistic experience.* Must be an innovative, creative, effective and resourceful thinker and marketer.* Must be able to remain flexible and be comfortable working in a changing environment.* Must have a positive attitude and enthusiasm for contributing to the goals of the organization.* Must have personable, on-camera skills required for assigned media and PR events.**This position is deemed eligible for hybrid telework under DNCR’s Telework Policy.**Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.**This position is located at:**4401 Zoo ParkwayAsheboro, NC 27205**Minimum Education and Experience**Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, journalism, English, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution**OR**an equivalent combination of education and experience.**Division Description**The North Carolina Zoo exists for the enjoyment, education and inspiration of all our citizens and guests.
The North Carolina Zoo mission is to protect wildlife and wild places and inspire people to join in conserving the natural world.
This mission encompasses both domestic and international efforts, focusing on wildlife conservation, habitat preservation and promoting environmental stewardship.Learn more about the North Carolina Zoo:**Click**
**to learn about employee perks and benefits****.****Click**
**to see the Total Compensation Calculator****.****Supplemental and Contact Information**The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.We are an
state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.**Application Process****Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.**
*Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.** Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.* Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive #J-18808-Ljbffr