Public Relations Specialist
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Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree with a major in public relations communications marketing or journalism.
- Two years of directly related experience.
- Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a casebycase basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience working with law enforcement.
Special Instructions:
The selection procedures to be used in evaluating the applicants qualification may include but are not limited to an evaluation of the rsum and cover letter a structured interview performance test academic transcripts reference/background checks and fingerprint checks.
Additional materials references or information submitted by the applicant but not requested will not be considered.
Successful applicant(s) will be subject to:
- Criminal History Fingerprint / Namebased Check
- Intensive Background Check
- Driving History
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered for this position you must attach a resume at the time of application.
Tip: When attaching your resume you must mark the attachment as a Relevant File.
Your Resume: Please include all work experience as well as job duties that demonstrate your qualifications for this position. Include dates of employment (month & year start & end) and the reason you left each job.
A complete online state application is not required. To initiate an application attach the resume to be considered for this position. Failure to attach rsum will result in an incomplete application that will not be considered further.
Only electronic applications will be accepted. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.
All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. Please submit preference documentation to Terri Christianson at via File Transfer Service.
To request an accommodation with the application process please contact the HR office.
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.
- Medical dental and vision coverage
- Retirement plans
- Generous paid vacation sick and holidays
- Pretax Flexibility Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
This Organization Participates in EVerify.
Minorities are underrepresented in this position and are encouraged to apply.
The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
Division Overview:
The mission of the Montana Highway Patrol is to focus on safeguarding the lives property and constitutional rights of people traveling the ways of our State. We support the mission of the Montana Department of Justiceby providing courteous professional compassionate and responsive services in the areas of community education enforcement investigations support services interagency collaboration and community involvement. We are committed to maintaining the publics trust being technologically advanced and efficiently using the resources entrusted to us.
Job Overview:
The Public Relations Specialist is responsible for conceptualizing developing and administering content for MHP media channels. The position will work closely with the Colonels and the Attorney Generals Office. The duties include:
- Identifies proposes and develops new initiatives and communitybased strategies to positively influence and facilitate communication and relationships between MHP and the general public. May coordinate participation with other department personnel.
- Coordinates various media communications in partnership with the Montana Department of Justice Communications Director and Deputy Director. Writes and sends out press releases pertaining to the division.
- Monitors manages and creates content for social media channels to positively engage with the public and foster open responsive and ongoing communication with platform followers.
- Manages the Montana Highway Patrol internet and intranet websites along with the Patrols official email accounts.
- Develops implements and updates policies standards and procedures regarding media and community outreach for the Patrol. Plans for and prepares presentation and/or communication strategies as required.
- Develops and coordinates training and presentation materials for social media. Identifies training needs and assists in the implementation of training.
- Produces organizes and oversees digital content creation for projects which may include: the monthly social media newsletter videos interviews and recruitment campaigns.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
