Public Information Administrator

Clark County Department of Aviation•Harry Reid International Airport - Las Vegas, NV

About The Position

The Clark County Department of Aviation seeks a Public Information Administrator to serve as the department’s spokesperson and media relations liaison. The position handles press releases, media interviews and press conferences, and daily correspondence with print, online, and television media. It also prepares speeches, talking points, newsletter stories, and presentations for internal and external community groups. The role includes supervising and coordinating staff who provide public information and office support; consulting with department clients; researching and preparing written and visual materials; representing the department and County in media and community settings; planning public information programs and special events; and coordinating the production of departmental materials. The position uses standard office equipment, desktop publishing and graphics hardware and software, and audio-visual equipment, and drives to meetings and other locations. Candidates who advance beyond the first-round interview must complete a multi-part, in-person practical exercise. The position is FLSA-exempt and is not eligible for overtime. The recruitment may close without notice after 150 applications. Employment is contingent on required drug testing, background and security checks, and other stated conditions. Permanent employees must maintain a principal residence within Clark County. The position requires attending meetings and making presentations outside normal working hours, as well as responding to media on an off-hours emergency basis.

Requirements

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Information, or a related field.
Two years of full-time professional experience developing and implementing public information programs, or working as a writer or editor in print or broadcast media.
Possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver’s License at the time of appointment.
Be legally authorized to work in the United States; Clark County does not provide H-1B sponsorships or transfers.
Permanent employees must maintain a principal residence within Clark County and provide proof of compliance with Nevada motor vehicle registration and driver’s license laws within 90 days of employment.
Employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment drug examination and completing education/experience, fingerprint-based criminal history, and applicable security checks.
Must be able to obtain and maintain an airport security badge and meet Security Seal Program requirements, including the stated employment and residency history checks and identity-documentation requirements.
Must attend meetings and make presentations outside normal working hours and respond to media on an off-hours emergency basis.
Physical ability to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, drive to meetings and off-site locations, remain seated and concentrate for extended periods, read printed and computer-screen materials, and communicate in person or by telephone.
Candidates advancing beyond the first-round interview must complete a multi-part, in-person practical exercise.

Nice To Haves

Experience that provides knowledge of the operations of the department to which assigned is desired.

Responsibilities

Serve as the Department of Aviation’s spokesperson and media relations liaison.
Distribute press releases, coordinate media interviews and press conferences, and correspond with media representatives.
Prepare speeches, talking points, newsletter stories, presentations, and other written materials.
Supervise, train, assign, review, and evaluate staff providing public information and office support.
Consult with department clients to identify requirements and plan programs and informational materials.
Research information using departmental sources, interviews, files, and written documentation.
Write and edit news releases, articles, speeches, broadcast presentations, brochures, annual reports, newsletters, and similar materials.
Represent the department and County in media appearances and presentations to business, community, and other groups; maintain media contacts.
Plan and coordinate multimedia information programs and recommend effective methods to reach intended audiences.
Design visual presentations and coordinate production of videos, graphics, charts, maps, posters, photographs, and other visual materials.
Prepare and coordinate annual reports and other departmental written materials.
Plan and coordinate special events, including media coverage, notifications, and logistical details.
Coordinate scheduling and materials for staff presentations to community, business, and public groups.
Schedule projects and coordinate or direct the work of in-house assistants or contract specialists.
Maintain logs and records of work performed and contribute to the effectiveness of the unit’s services.
Use office, desktop publishing, graphics, and audio-visual equipment; drive a personal or County vehicle to meetings, presentations, and other locations.