Senior Communications Advisor

City Of Roswell•Roswell, GA

1d•$66,903 - $86,952•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this classification is to provide senior-level strategic communications support for the City of Roswell, with a primary focus on executive communications, governance communications, media relations, and organizational communication strategy. This position works directly with the Communications & Engagement Director to support City-wide communications initiatives, media relations strategy, executive messaging, and public engagement efforts. The Senior Communications Advisor serves as a key liaison between the Administration Department, Mayor and Council, City leadership, departmental stakeholders, and the public to ensure accurate, timely, and effective communication regarding City operations, policies, initiatives, and strategic priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Public Administration, Marketing, or a closely related field.
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public information, communications, media relations, public affairs, journalism, or governmental communications, preferably within a local government environment.
Possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver’s License with a satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR).
Knowledge of strategic communications, media relations, public information, and public engagement principles and practices.
Knowledge of local government operations, governance processes, and public administration principles.
Knowledge of Open Meetings, Open Records, and related public information laws.
Strong writing, editing, presentation, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prepare executive-level communication materials, briefing documents, speeches, and public messaging.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, executive leadership, department directors, media representatives, employees, and the public.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, diplomacy, discretion, and political awareness in sensitive communication matters.
Proficiency in communication technologies, social media platforms, website content management, and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute media relations strategies, public messaging, and communications initiatives.
Oversee communications related to Administration and Governance functions.
Serve as primary communications liaison to the Mayor, Mayor’s Office staff, and City Council.
Attend all regularly scheduled City Council meetings and related governance meetings as assigned.
Author, edit, and publish City Council meeting recap communications for internal and external audiences.
Develop, maintain, and manage briefing documents, talking points, background materials, and communication resources for the Mayor and City Council.
Coordinate and support communications planning and implementation for executive priorities, strategic initiatives, and special projects.
Work collaboratively with the Visual Media team to plan, coordinate, and organize franchise-related deliverables and multimedia communication projects.
Develop communication strategies, outreach plans, media materials, presentations, and public information campaigns for assigned departments and initiatives.
Coordinate and participate in the research, writing, editing, production, and publication of various communications materials, including news releases, newsletters, presentations, speeches, articles, social media content, web content, scripts, and public information materials.
Respond to media inquiries and assist with media coordination efforts.
Assist in managing communications during emergency response situations and high-profile issues.
Review and edit communication materials prepared by departments to ensure consistency with City branding, messaging, and communication standards.
Organize and facilitate workshops and training sessions related to communication best practices, media interaction, public messaging, and organizational communication standards.
Develop communication training plans and professional development resources for Communications Specialists and other support employees.
Provide guidance and consultation to departments and City leadership regarding communication strategies, public engagement, and messaging approaches.
Maintain and update information for publication on the City’s website, intranet, social media channels, and other communication platforms.
Monitor local, regional, and national media coverage relevant to City operations, governance, and public affairs; identify emerging issues and advise leadership accordingly.
Support compliance with Open Meetings, Open Records, and other applicable public information laws and regulations.
Attend meetings, special events, workshops, and community activities on behalf of the City as needed.
Maintain knowledge of current communications trends, technologies, public information practices, and governmental communication standards.
Perform other related duties as assigned.