Communications Assistant

• Bachelors degree in Communications Public Relations Journalism Marketing or a related field.

• Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in communications public relations or a related area.

• Preferred experience working in government communications or within a public sector organization.

The Mission of the Office of the Secretary of State is to protect the integrity of elections be an asset to businesses and preserve official history.

Communications/ Content Creation

Ensure all communication is aligned with strategic plan

Draft and edit press releases newsletters speeches talking points and website content

Ensure all agency communications publications forms letters are properly branded

Take and edit quality photographs and videos

Media and Public Relations

Monitor media coverage maintain contact lists and website content

Distribute press releases and follow up with journalists

Digital and Social Media

In coordination with the communication director develop and implement comprehensive communication and digital marketing strategy. Ensure systematic publication of high quality and high impact content with measured results and reports

Post and schedule content on platforms

Event Support

Support the planning execution and promotion of events and meetings

Prepare event materials and information about the audience and other speakers

Administrative support

Respond to customers email and inquires

Create and update correspondence system including an annual calendar

Organize files photos and branding