Public Relations Manager

City of San Antonio • San Antonio, TX

386d • $74,200 - $111,301

About The Position

The Public Relations Manager for the City of San Antonio is responsible for planning and executing media and community relations programs aimed at fostering a positive public image of the City. This role involves managing various communications media, coordinating public relations efforts, and supervising assigned staff. The position requires a strong background in journalism and public relations, with a focus on bilingual communication skills, particularly in Spanish.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Four (4) years of experience in journalism.
• Experience in public relations and bilingual (Spanish) skills highly desirable.
• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with internal communications.
• Experience responding to media inquiries.
• Experience requesting or facilitating government open records documents.
• Experience with website and social media management and analytics.
• Experience working for or with a government agency.
• Experience managing special programs and pilots.
• Video recording and editing experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops, administers, and coordinates public relations and advertising programs related to the City of San Antonio.
• Develops executive summaries of studies for distribution to the public and the media.
• Arranges press conferences and develops programs for public tours of City facilities.
• Prepares literature and brochures on the City of San Antonio and related developments.
• Attends public meetings to obtain and impart necessary information concerning assigned department.
• Promotes goodwill through publicity efforts such as speeches, exhibits, films, and tours.
• Prepares written proposals for capital improvement projects to foundations and corporations.
• Implements promotional programs involving the news media in departmental programs.
• Coordinates City ceremonial events, facility grand openings, and dedications.
• Manages the production of various publications to promote the department and the City.
• Supervises the maintenance of resource files, mailing lists, and statistical data on the department.
• Works with other City departments and local groups on related activities.
• Makes sales calls on media to place articles on San Antonio, which may involve travel.
• Supervises and edits publications aimed at various markets and compiles statistical reports for the Commission.
• Edits press releases and represents the department during community projects and public gatherings.
• Facilitates media access during emergencies and may supervise assigned staff.

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree