COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

Glynn County Government•Brunswick, GA

28d•$70,498 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the Glynn County Communications Department by creating and delivering clear, accessible, and engaging public information for county programs and services. The role provides dedicated outreach and content support for Public Safety agencies while also contributing to broader countywide communication and community engagement efforts. This is a mid-level communications role requiring demonstrated proficiency in writing, digital content production, and readiness to support emergency communications as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field.
Five (5) years of professional experience in public information, communications, public relations, digital content creation, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated ability to produce AP-style writing, including press releases, public information statements, or similar materials.
Demonstrated experience managing organizational social media accounts (not personal accounts).
Demonstrated experience creating graphic design and digital content for public-facing use.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, including during emergencies or severe weather events.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
Knowledge of public relations principles and practices, including media relations and strategic messaging.
Knowledge of AP style and professional writing standards.
Knowledge of social media platforms, trends, communications principles and best practices.
Knowledge of graphic design principles and layout tools.
Knowledge of website content management concepts.
Knowledge of computers and job-related software applications.
Skill in verbal communication and public engagement.
Skill in written communication.
Skill in graphic design and digital content creation.
Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.

Nice To Haves

Writing samples: 2–3 examples demonstrating clear, concise, AP‑style public information content (press releases, public safety messaging, newsletters, or web content).
Graphic design samples: 2–3 examples such as flyers, social graphics, infographics, or short video content.

Responsibilities

Develops, writes, and edits content for social media, websites, newsletters, radio programming, brochures, and other public information materials for county departments, including Public Safety.
Designs graphics, flyers, presentations, and other visual materials to support outreach, education, and communication initiatives.
Creates, edits, and schedules social media content across multiple platforms for public education, emergency updates, and community outreach; monitors engagements and adjusts strategy accordingly.
Coordinates public education campaigns and community engagement events; designs materials such as flyers, presentations, and videos to promote emergency preparedness and department programs.
Prepares website-ready content and coordinates with the Web/Digital Content Administrator to ensure information is clear, current, and accessible.
Assists with media coordination by routing inquiries, preparing background materials, and supporting designated spokespeople; does not serve as a spokesperson.
Supports community outreach efforts by helping plan, promote, and staff events, programs, and public engagement activities.
Assists in the training of department staff in media interaction, public speaking, and use of social media tools; delivers training or coordinates external trainers.
Monitors public feedback, online comments, and community sentiment to help inform communication strategies and identify emerging issues.
Manages the county radio station, including programming, scheduling, equipment operation, and coordination with departments to produce informational content.
Helps maintain brand consistency across all communication channels and materials.
Performs related duties.