Public Relations Coordinator

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • North Chesterfield, Virginia, VA

1d • $69,359 - $99,877 • Onsite

About The Position

The Virginia State Police is hiring a Public Relations Coordinator in its Special Investigations and Programs Division (SIPD), located in North Chesterfield, Virginia. The coordinator plans and delivers public relations and marketing strategies for the Help Eliminate Auto Theft (HEAT) program, pursuant to Virginia Code Section 38.2-414, and the Insurance Fraud Program (IFP), pursuant to Virginia Code Section 38.2-415. The role supports the programs’ crime prevention and investigative missions and works within program objectives, deadlines, and budget limitations.

Requirements

• Considerable knowledge of public relations, printing, design, marketing, advertising, and digital and print media.
• Considerable knowledge of marketing publications, principles, concepts, and techniques.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft software for gathering, inputting, and reporting data related to public relations and developing projects.
• Excellent writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills across various mediums.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work within program objectives, deadlines, and budget limitations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to travel statewide and nationally when needed.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver public relations and marketing strategies for the Help Eliminate Auto Theft (HEAT) program.
• Plan and deliver public relations and marketing strategies for the Insurance Fraud Program (IFP).
• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate public relations programs.
• Create and present ideas, materials, and concepts creatively.
• Gather, input, and report data related to public relations using Microsoft software.
• Develop special and ongoing projects through innovative computer usage.
• Further the crime prevention and/or investigative mission of HEAT and IFP.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED