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PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTOR 1Wayne County Government • Detroit, MI, USA
PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTOR 1

PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTOR 1

Wayne County Government • Detroit, MI, USA
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DESCRIPTON OF MAJOR JOB DUTIES

  • Open communication with 15 commissioners and staff, along with coordinating assignments with department's Administrative Assistants.
  • Preparing (writing and designing) press releases, speeches, letters, resolutions, memoriams, newsletter mailings, e-newsletters, postcards, flyers, brochures, county guides, calendars, etc., upon request.
  • Attending committee meetings along with community events for photo and video opportunities.
  • Communication with printshops and mailhouse to complete printing requests and mailing assignments.
  • Communication with department heads (Commission and Administration).
  • Provide Commission's accounting department with all cost reports : printing, mailing prep and USPS postage.
  • Knowledge of InDesign software for document designs, Word for various documents and Excel for various listings.
  • Communication with media (print, radio, television, digital, bloggers, etc.).
  • Post and update meeting schedules, agendas and commission journals and related material on the commission web page.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Political Science, or Public Administration.
  • Two (2) - Five (5)+ years of experience in public relations, media relations, government communications, or public affairs.
  • Experience working in government, public sector, or a political office is highly preferred.
  • Proven track record of working with local and regional media outlets.
  • Experience preparing press releases, media advisories, talking points, newsletters, and social content.
  • Background in crisis communication or handling sensitive public information is a plus.

    • Knowledge & Skills

  • Strong understanding of county government operations, public meetings, and legislative processes.
  • Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills-AP Style proficiency often required.
  • Ability to craft clear messaging for diverse audiences (residents, media, elected officials).
  • Ability to develop and maintain media lists and handle journalist inquiries promptly.
  • Strong social media management skills (Facebook, X / Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn).
  • Skilled in content creation :

    • press releases

  • newsletters
  • website content
  • video scripts
  • talking points

    • Technical Competencies

  • Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) used by government agencies.
  • Ability to use graphic design or media tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar.

    • Professional Qualities

  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with commissioners, directors, staff, and media.
  • Able to work quickly, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple priorities
  • Comfortable representing the County Commission at press events, community meetings, and public hearings.
  • High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and political sensitivity.
  • Ability to work independently and also collaborate within a team environment.

    • Certifications (Optional but Valued)

  • APR (Accredited in Public Relations)
  • FEMA or DHS training for crisis communications
  • Digital media or social media strategy certificates

    • The Charter County of Wayne

    The Charter County of Wayne is Michigan's largest county. We are home to 34 cities and nine townships. From Rockwood to Livonia, from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes, each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live, work, play and raise families.Headquartered in Detroit, our largest city and the automotive capital of the world, Wayne County offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents' quality of life. Our history is rich and we take pride in being one of the most diverse communities that values culture, arts, and world-class amenities.Wayne County provides leadership that ensures the County operates efficiently, effectively, and responsibly. We provide transparently while building a stronger County inclusive of collaborations, innovation, and a clear focus on serving our residents.

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