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Our engineers help keep our drinking water clean, the largest airport in the world (by passenger volume) operating and our buildings maintained. Along with the host of Finance, Procurement, and Human Resources professionals whose support is vital, we are the City of Atlanta! If you are seeking a meaningful role where you can make a real difference improving and growing our City, we welcome you to explore the job opportunities we have to offer.

Posting Expires: 5/30/2023

Salary: Commensurate with experience

General Description - Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Works with the communications director to develop and execute an internal and external communications strategy.

• Writes, edits, and coordinates the distribution of information to market, promote and increase

the visibility of initiatives and accomplishments.

• Determines and updates website and social media content.

• Coordinates and issues routine press releases and advisories to the Mayor’s Office of Communications and/or the media.

• Plans and creates content/messaging and materials for virtual or in-person town halls, speaking engagements, and public engagement events.

• Manages internal and external communications to project a positive image.

• May work independently or with other team members with responsibility for the completion of assigned tasks.

• Leverage analytics and reports to determine the effectiveness and seek continual improvement of communications and marketing initiatives.

• Edits content, assembles photographs and assists in the coordination of preparing presentations for community partners, stakeholders, and Atlanta City Council.

• Performs videotaping and photographic functions as assigned.

• May have leadwork responsibilities.

• Leadership: Serves as a technical resource or mentor to other employees.

Decision Making:

Uses independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Skill in communicating effectively with leadership, media representatives, and other staff members.

• Ability to work under a minimum degree of stress related to duties that require constant attention to detail and tight deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Arts degree in communications, English, or related field.

• 3-5 years of progressive and related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Arts degree in communications, English, marketing, or related field.

• 5-8 years of progressive and related experience.

Licensures and Certifications:

None required.