Communications Coordinator

Overview:

Communications Coordinator

Middlesex County Office of Communications

Communications Coordinator position in the Office of Communications, is an entry-level role that will serve to support the office’s operations, programs and media channels both internal and external. This Communications Coordinator will focus primarily on external communications developing press materials and interacting with local press and media.

Communications Coordinator’s responsibilities will include:

• Writing externally facing content including press releases, media alerts, media pitches, and other written materials such as speeches, scripts, etc.
• Building relationships with local media and reporters; developing and maintaining comprehensive media lists; and distributing press materials to this audience.
• Handles daily media monitoring and distribution of relevant news.
• Understands the regional media landscape inclusive of print, digital, broadcast, and content media (podcasts, content creators, etc.)
• Drafts pitch letters and press statements to share on County channels and local media.
• Community-relations inclusive of building and expanding external organizational contacts to reach County residents.
• Contributing to ideas and writing editorial content for the County’s magazine.
• Support and participate in County signature events inclusive of press relations, event coordination, and execution.
• Participating in media messaging development sessions.
• Handling Communications deliverables as directed, in support of the County’s initiatives, programs, and marquee events.
• Working collaboratively with the Office of Marketing, Public & Government Affairs, and the Office of Information Technology to ensure alignment.

Qualifications:

• Up to one year or two years of professional experience inclusive of college internships in the Public Relations or Communications field or related academic coursework/studies in these fields.

The ideal candidate:

• Has strong, dynamic writing and editing skills.
• Is a multitasker who is not opposed to working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines to prioritize.
• Has strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Is tech savvy and digitally versed.
• Is meticulous and detail-oriented.
• Follows directions carefully.
• Is a self-starter and quick learner who possesses a proactive work-style.
• Has excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Exhibits common sense and flexibility.
• Has an interest in public service.

Please submit a resume and cover letter.