Public Affairs Specialist

Housing Authority of the City of Reno•Reno, NV

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Reno Housing Authority (RHA) is seeking a Public Affairs Specialist to join their team. This role is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating communication strategies, public information campaigns, community engagement initiatives, social media programs, and special events. The goal is to enhance public awareness and promote Authority services. The RHA has been a significant provider of affordable housing in Washoe County since 1943, assisting over 15,000 Nevadans. They are described as a dynamic, innovative organization focused on maintaining and expanding affordable housing.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Graphic Design, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
At least two (2) years of professional experience in public relations, marketing, community outreach, social media content creation, or communications.
Experience using Canva, Microsoft Publisher, Adobe InDesign and/or Photoshop.
Experience applying the Associated Press Stylebook.

Nice To Haves

Scripting, lighting, and shooting high quality video, and creating finished video for social media.
Supporting event planning and coordination.
An equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work may be considered.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and evaluate strategic communication plans and public information initiatives to support organizational goals and objectives.
Research, analyze, and recommend communication strategies that enhance public awareness, stakeholder engagement, and community support for Authority programs and services.
Develop communication objectives, timelines, messaging frameworks, and performance measures for public affairs initiatives.
Assist in developing and maintaining communication policies, standards, guidelines, and branding practices.
Provide professional recommendations to management regarding communication methods, outreach strategies, and public engagement opportunities.
Represent the Authority at community meetings, stakeholder events, public functions, and interagency meetings.
Draft, edit, and distribute news releases, media advisories, public statements, speeches, talking points, and official correspondence.
Monitor media coverage and public discussions relating to Authority programs and services and prepare summaries and recommendations for management.
Create, edit, and publish content across multiple digital platforms, including websites, social media channels, newsletters, and electronic communications.
Monitor and analyze social media performance metrics and prepare analytical reports and recommendations for leadership.
Serve as the Authority's technical and professional resource regarding digital communication best practices, social media trends, and audience engagement strategies.
Ensure consistency of branding, messaging, visual identity, and communication standards across all public-facing materials.

Benefits

Competitive salaries with annual performance salary increases and regular cost of living increases
Exceptional benefits package
Robust defined benefit retirement plan
Ample opportunities for growth
100% employer paid health, dental, & vision insurance for employees
Excellent vacation & sick leave accrual program
Thirteen (13) paid Holidays a year
100% employer paid retirement contribution for the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
Flexible Spending Plans
Paid Parental Leave program
457(b) retirement savings program
Employer paid life and AD&D insurance
Bilingual services pay
Hybrid and flexible work schedule options
Positive, friendly work environment focused on providing a healthy work/life balance