Public Affairs Specialist
Investigation, Georgia Bureau of•Decatur, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
This is a sensitive government position within the Bureau of Investigation (GBI). The role involves overseeing the GBI’s interactions with the public via social media, implementing content strategies, and assisting with general duties of the Public & Governmental Affairs Office. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a GBI background investigation, including criminal, credit, and driver's history checks, polygraph examination, fingerprinting, and drug screening. The GBI is a drug-free workplace and has strict policies regarding drug and marijuana usage.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university OR Three years of communications or related experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must have a valid Georgia Driver’s License.
- Statewide travel is required.
- May be required to work outside in different weather conditions.
- May be required to work extended hours.
- Applicants must present a professional image during all phases of the GBI hiring process, to include when interviewing, either in-person or virtually. The attire and appearance of applicants interviewing must be what is generally accepted as both professional and appropriate for a business work environment.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in marketing or a related field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of job-related experience; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Marketing Spec 1 (GSP070) or position equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Develop social media strategies for GBI social media platforms.
- Create content for all GBI social media platforms (graphics, videos, carousels, written posts, etc.).
- Manage communication with public via social media.
- Analyze and identify trends in audience engagement and direct strategies based on this data.
- Assist with editing and writing news releases.
- Respond to incoming media inquiries.
- Manage GBI Podcast.
- Coordinate with and supervise interns.
Benefits
- Robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
