Press Secretary
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Job Location:
Wake County, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Agency
Office of the GovernorDivision
CommunicationsJob Classification Title
Deputy Press Secretary (NS)Position Number
Grade
FLATRATEAbout Us
North Carolina State Government is one of the states largest employers with over 76000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies offices and universities each providing important public services.
Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits including a variety of leave options professional development opportunities insurance and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources website.
Permanent temporary and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!
Description of Work
The Office of Governor Josh Stein is seeking a Press Secretary to help communicate the Governors priorities of building a safer stronger North Carolina. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player passionate about strategic communication across markets across the state. The position is located in Raleigh and will require travel across the state.Press Secretary duties include:
Acting as the main point of contact for media inquiries fostering relationships with journalists and media outlets
Organizing and coordinating press conferences and other public-facing events including preparing materials coordinating with speakers and staffing the Governor at events
Supporting the communications department of various North Carolina cabinet agencies
Managing the deputy press secretary
Other administrative responsibilities to support the communications team
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
3-4 years of experience in government campaigns or issue-based advocacy
A car and a valid drivers license
Willingness to work irregular hours as needed
Experience collaborating and being proactive
Experience working with reporters preferably in North Carolina
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and organization
Salary up to $80000
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For technical issues with your applications please call the NEOGOV Help Line at. Applicants will be communicated with via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status please contact DeShun Perry Human Resources Director at or
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.
Recruiter:
Deshun PerryRecruiter Email:
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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