Public Relations and Marketing Coordinator
About The Position
The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is seeking a Public Relations and Marketing Coordinator to join the Public Communications and Marketing Office in a temporary role through April 2027. This position plans, develops, performs, monitors and evaluates public relations and marketing activities that increase public understanding and support for the Virginia State Parks – Western Region. The position will collaborate with the Public Communications and Marketing Office team and DCR stakeholders to ensure that all marketing activities support agency priorities. This position may telework but will be expected to be in the office two days a week at the DCR headquarters in downtown Richmond. Ability to travel is not required.
Requirements
- Experience in an interactive communications environment.
- Experience managing communications-related projects.
- Current and/or prior experience working in marketing, advertising, communications or related field.
- Ability to create, manage and execute effective marketing and communications strategies, including social media.
- Demonstrated ability to write and edit talking points, presentations, ad copy, website copy, print materials and news releases.
- Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively and constructively with supervisor, coworkers and external customers.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to participate in moderate outdoor recreation related activities.
- A valid Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in developing content related to outdoor recreation and land conservation
Responsibilities
- Writing marketing copy, blog posts and news releases
- Managing Virginia State Park fliers
- Drafting social media messaging
- Developing and implementing communication plans
Benefits
- Free parking or admission to all Virginia State Parks.
- Overnight facility discounts
- Free camping outside of the Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day period in sites designed for up to six people.
- Free camping Sunday night through Thursday night (excluding the night before a holiday) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
- Fifty percent discount on cabins (up to 3 bedrooms) outside of Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, for a maximum of 14 nights.
- Tax-deferred compensation programs
- Supplemental disability insurance
- Supplemental retirement accounts
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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