Communications Specialist

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE

FLORIDA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Title :

Communication Specialist

General Summary

The Florida House of Representatives Office of Public Information is looking for an organized and detail-oriented assistant to take on a variety of communications and scheduling needs in support of a small team of communications professionals, especially during legislative sessions when direction changes frequently and staying calm and flexible is key. Work includes creating and editing talking points, press releases and statements as well as assist with copywriting for graphics, social media management and media relations.

Examples of Work Performed :

• Drafts and edits speeches, talking points, video scripts and press conference materials.
• Writes, edits, facilitates approvals, and coordinates the distribution of accurate and articulate press releases, media statements, copy for graphics and fact sheets on tight deadlines.
• Assists with pitching and booking television and radio programs and preparing related interview materials.
• Clips and maintains organized reports of all media outcomes.
• Updates websites with communications resources and materials.
• Crafts social media plans, posts and collects analytics.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in communications or a related field. Two (2) years of professional experience in the Florida Legislature, public relations, public information, journalism or administrative work in a communications office.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with AP Style and strong knowledge of the Windows environment.

Salary

Salary commensurate with experience. The Legislature offers a competitive benefits package.

Submission of Application

Interested parties may apply to GovernmentJobs.com

Applications are available through the Florida Legislature Website Online Sunshine to send to :

Office of Administration & Professional Development

Florida House of Representatives

402 South Monroe Street, 1201 Capitol

Tallahassee, Florida 32399

or email HouseAPD@FLHouse.gov

Accommodation for Disability

If an accommodation is needed for a disability, please notify Human Resources at (850) 488-6803.

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