Deputy Director - Public Affairs
About The Position
The Deputy Public Affairs Director assists the Public Affairs Director in managing the public affairs team and conducts internal and external communications, public relations, and public outreach programs in support of the Department of Environmental Quality’s mission. The role supervises Public Information Officers and other staff; advises on media response, outreach, public events, and communications; ensures accuracy and consistency in external communications; and supports senior and division leadership with internal communications. The position also manages the public records tracking and fulfillment process, serves as a DEQ spokesperson, and advises staff and leadership on communications strategy and outreach practices. The Office of Public Affairs supports departmental initiatives and objectives through professional communications, outreach, and dissemination of information. It coordinates communications, public information, and outreach through engagement with residents and news media, publication production, special events, and public information programs, and advises the Secretary and senior management on internal and external communications issues. The position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. Telework options may change at management’s discretion.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Public Affairs, Media, Journalism, English, or a related field from an accredited institution, and five years of experience in communications, public relations, or publicity work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A valid driver’s license.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Public Affairs Director in managing the public affairs team.
- Conduct internal and external communications, public relations, and public outreach programs in support of the department’s mission.
- Supervise Public Information Officers and other staff.
- Advise on media response, outreach, public events, and communication efforts.
- Ensure accuracy and consistency in external communications.
- Support senior and division leadership in internal communication efforts.
- Manage the public records tracking and fulfillment process.
- Serve as a spokesperson for DEQ.
- Advise staff and leadership on communications strategy and outreach practices.
Benefits
- Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as a state employee.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
