Public Relations Specialist - Anticipated Vacancy

State of Maine•Augusta, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Maine State Police communications team as a social media, photography, and videography specialist. In this dynamic role, you’ll help tell the story of the Maine State Police by creating engaging, informative content across our social media platforms. From capturing compelling photos and video in the field to developing creative digital content, you’ll have a unique opportunity to showcase the work of our troopers and connect with communities across Maine. We’re looking for someone who brings creativity, professionalism and accuracy to every assignment and understands the responsibility that comes with representing the Maine State Police.

Requirements

Knowledge of the principles and practices of public relations work.
Knowledge of the technical and operating aspects of a variety of media.
Knowledge of the methods and techniques of disseminating information.
Knowledge of journalism.
Knowledge of effective media techniques.
Knowledge of graphic and/or visual arts.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to write clearly and effectively.
Ability to prepare and edit informational material.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to organize and prioritize work.
Ability to conduct research.
Knowledge of Department functions, objectives, policies, and programs.
Knowledge of photo-journalistic principles and practices.
Knowledge of photography.
Ability to create and present informative and educational reports and programs.
Ability to plan and promote events and activities.
Ability to design and construct exhibits and displays.
A four (4) year combination of education, training, and/or experience in outdoor education, public relations, or program management.
If education is in other fields, it must be supplemented by two (2) years of work experience which provides knowledge of professional outdoor education, public relations, various media, and/or information dissemination techniques.

Responsibilities

Create engaging, informative content across social media platforms.
Capture compelling photos and video in the field.
Develop creative digital content.
Showcase the work of troopers.
Connect with communities across Maine.
Represent the Maine State Police with creativity, professionalism, and accuracy.

Benefits

13 paid holidays
12 days of sick leave
3+ weeks of vacation leave annually
Health Insurance Coverage (State pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums)
Health Insurance Premium Credit (5% decrease in employee-only premiums)
Dental Insurance (State pays 100% of employee-only premiums)
Retirement Plan (State contributes 14.06% of pay to MainePERS)
Gym Membership Reimbursement (up to $40 per month)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Living Resources Program (employee assistance program)
Forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave (for fathers and adoptive parents as well)
Additional, unpaid leave may also be available under FMLA
Voluntary Deferred Compensation (MaineSaves 457(b) account)
Extensive and highly competitive benefits package covering many aspects of wellness