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Job Description
About the Role
Promote your communication skills as a Public Relations Specialist for the City of Tampa’s Office of External Affairs. This role focuses on crafting messaging, overseeing community outreach, and maintaining a positive public image.
Responsibilities
- Develop press releases and media advisories
- Coordinate community and stakeholder events
- Respond to public inquiries and assist with crisis communication
- Monitor media coverage and manage social media channels
- Collaborate with city officials to ensure accurate information dissemination
- Assist in managing public engagement surveys and focus groups
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, or related field
- 2+ years PR experience in public sector preferred
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Proficiency with common PR/social media tools
- Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail
- Experience in community engagement and reporting
Benefits
- $52,000 – $68,000 annual compensation
- Comprehensive government benefits package
- Generous paid time off
- City-sponsored professional development opportunities
- Public service loan forgiveness eligibility
- Dynamic team culture with mentorship opportunities
About the Company
The City of Tampa’s External Affairs Office focuses on proactive civic engagement and transparent communication between government entities and residents. We value community-centric solutions, inclusivity, and open dialogue.
Job ID: public-relations-specialist—local-government-EjGQf
