Media Relations Specialist

KMRG, LLC•Billings, MT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Media Relations Specialist to support the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Montana (USAO-MT) in Billings, MT. In this role, you will provide strategic public affairs support for the USAO by guiding external communications, managing media engagement, and coordinating outreach efforts that advance public understanding of the office’s mission and priorities. This is a full-time opportunity in which we'll provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and job stability and security. Apply today!

Requirements

Knowledge and understanding of the media process and deadlines
Ability to use internet software programs to upload and download information
Ability to maintain an internet site and manage social media
Ability to develop and maintain constructive relationships with stakeholders
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
Ideal applicant must have one (1) of the following:
Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or related
Equivalent experience in media relations
U.S. citizenship is required as it supports the U.S. federal government

Responsibilities

Media Strategy
Review the USAO media relations program and identify improvements to better achieve program goals
Recommend actions to the U.S. Attorney (USA) to increase understanding of the USAO mission and activities
Promote deterrence to crime through coordinated public information messaging
Encourage crime prevention and reporting through targeted public outreach communications
Inform the public about significant public safety issues through timely media engagement
Recognize the good work of USAO employees through appropriate external communications
Media Coordination
Establish and maintain effective relationships with DOJ Office of Public Affairs to produce Public Service Announcements
Support USAO personnel in communicating with local and national news media and specialized groups
Coordinate news media interviews with USAO program staff
Organize press conferences and other media events to enhance the USAO's law enforcement message
Provide written and oral recommendations to the USA for responding to media requests & public inquiries
Monitor national and local media reports for USAO and law enforcement topics
Keep the USA and their designee informed of relevant media coverage and developments
Draft and edit press releases, talking points, and quotes
Develop supporting materials required to support USAO communications and outreach
Outreach & Events Support
Assist in coordinating special events, workshops, seminars, and meetings under the guidance of the USA or their designee
Stimulate participation in program activities with organizations engaged in USAO initiatives
Identify concerns from participating organizations to inform USAO program communications
Motivate organizations to conduct similar programs for their memberships
Policy & Program Support
Support other federal agencies & DOJ components on USAO community relations activities
Furnish policy guidance for USAO program community relations activities
Develop directives for policies and procedures supporting USAO communications and outreach
Evaluate program effectiveness to support continuous improvement of USAO media and community relations efforts
District Program Operations Support
Participate in planning and implementation of other district programs and initiatives
Coordinate the design, development, and operation of district programs and initiatives
Maintain communication with program participants to support program execution
Facilitate meetings and training to support program activities
Provide operational support for district programs and initiatives