Director OF Public Relations

DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS-WV DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM-KANAWHA CO.
SALARY RANGE: $50,000 - $65,000 (commensurate with experience)

POSITION DETAILS
The West Virginia Department of Tourism is accepting applications for the Director of Public Relations position. Under the general supervision of the Cabinet Secretary, this position will serve as an executive operations and communications advisor in a vital role within the department.

SAMPLE DUTIES

Develops and implements communication strategies

Coordinates and aligns departmental messaging

Advises and supports leadership on all communication efforts

Researches, compiles data, outlines and composes correspondences

Creates, proofs and prepares all departmental communications

Organizes, prepares and attends various governmental and executive meetings

Responds to all media, journalist and content creator inquiries

Compiles, coordinates and presents reports and information for management and executive team meetings

Sets goals and meets deadlines for the Department's public communications efforts

Maintains Departmental brand consistency within all communication efforts

Serves as the Goldenseal Editor; approves articles for publishing

Serves as a liaison between the Department and internal and external state departments, legislative personnel and industry partners

Oversees public relations section; manages employees and work assignments

Additional duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Excellent skills in oral and written communication

Proficiency in technical data

Expertise in strategic communication

High level of managing press conferences and ability to maintain and cultivate new professional relationships

Ability to critically analyze and make sound judgmentAbility to serve leadership and team management

Excellent skills in organizing, problem-solving, time management and a high level of flexibility and adaptability while working in a fast-paced environment

Ability to maintain confidential and private information

This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered under the Administrative Rule of the WV Division of Personnel. This position is located at the Capitol Complex in Charleston, WV and works full-time, regular business hours, Monday through Friday. It has competitive pay and benefits. Remote work is not permitted. Limited travel required.

Training:
A bachelor’s or master’s degree in public relations, communications, journalism or a related field.

Experience:
Minimum of two years' experience in public relations. Preferred supervisory experience.

Preference will be given to those with a strong proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate loves to travel, is receptive to direction and is highly efficient at seeing multiple tasks through to completion. Must be available for leadership support outside of normal business hours, including weekends, holidays and evenings; flexible with their work schedule, adaptable, detail-oriented, tech-savvy and capable of succeeding in a fast-paced environment.

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