Public Relations Officer - Department of Transportation

City of Baltimore•Benton, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A Public Relations Officer administers the public relations program of a large agency and performs a variety of public information duties. Work of this class may involve supervising office support personnel. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek. Work is performed in an office where working conditions are normal. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Three years in performing public information or public relations work.
Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of public information and relations.
Knowledge of the preparation of material for release to the media (press, radio and television).
Knowledge of graphic arts, materials and applications.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with media, civic, social and community organizations, government agencies and the general public.
Ability to plan and organize a promotional campaign.
Authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
Must complete a mandatory six-month probation.
Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution.
Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency.
Provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment.
Must complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.