Communications Manager – State Agency – $36/hr W2 – Phoenix Hybrid – Closes Tuesday

SunSoft Online • Phoenix, AZ

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

SunSoftOnline is hiring a Communications Manager for an Arizona state agency. This role involves developing communication procedures and policies for various situations and crises, drafting and publishing media releases, developing talking points for leadership, responding to media inquiries, writing business correspondence, communicating with media outlets, creating press kits, developing branding materials, coaching team members on communication skills, and representing the agency at various events and workgroups.

Requirements

• Phoenix metro residency with your city on your resume
• Bachelor's degree
• U.S. citizen or green card holder
• No sponsorship required
• W2 only

Responsibilities

• Developing communication procedures and policies for various situations and crises.
• Drafting and publishing media releases to announce agency news and critical public information.
• Developing talking points for agency and state leadership.
• Responding to media inquiries.
• Writing letters, memos, and business correspondence.
• Communicating with media outlets and journalists and creating press kits.
• Developing branding materials and templates including style guides and brand templates.
• Coaching team members on communication skills.
• Representing the agency at conferences, events, task forces, and workgroups.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level