Communications Coordinator

Communications Coordinator

Middlesex County Office of Communications

Communications Coordinator position in the Office of Communications is an entry-level role that will serve to support the office’s operations, programs, and media channels both internal and external. This Communications Coordinator will have a lead channel to manage and operate under the oversight of the Director – the Middlesex County government website, middlesexcountynj.gov.

Responsibilities

Communications Coordinator’s responsibilities will include:

Writing externally facing content including press releases, media alerts, media pitches, and other written materials such as speeches, scripts, etc.

Drafting copy for Office of Communications media channels including the County website.

Working daily in the content management system (CMS), to update and maintain relevant information on office/department webpages.

Meeting with offices and departments to understand and address their web presence needs and providing solutions as well as client service.

Improving website user-experience and continuously maintaining relevancy and integrity of the County website.

Understanding County’s key messages to ensure they are pulled through in all media channels, mainly the County website.

Handling Communications deliverables as directed, in support of County’s initiatives, programs, and marquee events.

Working collaboratively with the Office of Marketing, Public & Government Affairs, and the Office of Information Technology to ensure alignment.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Up to one year or two years of professional experience inclusive of college internships in the Public Relations or Communications field or related academic coursework/studies in these fields.

The ideal candidate:

has strong, dynamic writing and editing skills.

is a multitasker who is not opposed to working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines to prioritize.

has strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

is tech savvy and digitally versed.

is meticulous and detail-oriented.

follows directions well.

is a self-starter and quick learner who possesses a proactive work-style.

has excellent interpersonal communication skills.

exhibits common sense and flexibility.

has an interest in public service.

Please submit a resume and cover letter.

Regular Full-Time