Public Relations Officer - Department of Transportation

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Salary Range $71,745.00 – $115,063.00 Annually Hiring Salary Range: $71,745.00 – $93,403.00 Annually Job Summary A Public Relations Officer administers the public relations program of a large agency and performs a variety of public information duties. Work of this class may involve supervising office support personnel. Employees work a conventional workweek in an office setting. Working conditions are normal and the job requires minimal physical exertion. Minimum Qualifications On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must: • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. • Three years of experience performing public information or public relations work. • If not meeting the above, an equivalent combination of education and experience. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of the principles and techniques of public information and relations. Knowledge of the preparation of material for release to the media (press, radio and television). Knowledge of graphic arts, materials and applications. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with media, civic, social and community organizations, government agencies and the general public. Ability to plan and organize a promotional campaign. Additional Information Background Check Eligible candidates under final consideration for positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint. The check must be successfully completed. Probation All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six‑month probation. Eligibility Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The Director of Human Resources has final authority on acceptable minimum qualifications. Education Accreditation Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Credentials earned outside the U.S. must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency. Evaluation agencies include www.naces.org. Selection Process All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent consideration for this position. Examination Process Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment‑certified eligible list for at least six months. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Financial Disclosure This position requires completion of a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire. Your Recruiter Jewel Glenn, HR Specialist I Email: Jewel.Glenn@baltimorecity.gov Equal Employment Opportunity Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application. BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . #J-18808-Ljbffr