Public Relations Tourism Assistant, Part-Time

Charlotte, County of • Charlotte County, FL

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About The Position

Charlotte County Tourism is seeking a part-time public relations assistant to support public relations, media relations, tourism partnerships, hosted media experiences, special events, and promotional initiatives for the Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor & Convention Bureau. This role involves promoting Charlotte County, connecting with visitors, and building partnerships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or Media.
• Two (2) years of experience in public relations, digital marketing and social media.
• Ability to analyze and interpret departmental rules, regulations, procedures and policies and exercise judgement and discretion in application.
• Skills in the use of office equipment such as computer, multi-line telephone system, scanner, fax machine and copier.
• Ability to meet deadlines and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Strong written and verbal communications.
• Detailed oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content creation tools.
• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn and ability to work in a team environment.
• Adaptability and problem-solving skills.
• Event planning.
• Ability to communicate proficiently in English, both orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak, read, and write in German and/or Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with tourism industry partners, travel journalists, and social media influencers.
• Assist with recruiting and coordinating hosted media and Familiarization tours, including itineraries, accommodations, transportation, dining, and attractions.
• Draft and proofread press releases, media pitches, and editorial responses.
• Research tourism trends and identify media and promotional opportunities.
• Collaborate on social media and content development.
• Monitor and track media coverage and share results with tourism partners.
• Prepare media kits and promotional materials and assist with public relations events.
• Support tourism programs and special events, including the Annual Tourism Celebration and Event Development Program.
• Maintain records, process related expenditures, prepare reports, and provide general administrative support.
• Provide exceptional customer service and professional communication to partners, media, vendors, and the public.
• All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

Benefits

• As a veterans' preference employer, certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans’ preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.
• In addition, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.
• All positions with Charlotte County may be subject to drug testing in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Program and/or County policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level