Senior Public Relations Specialist - Office of the Director

Job Description:

Senior Public Relations Specialist - Office of the Director

Description

Job Location: Jefferson City, MO

Why you’ll love this position:

Missouri's farmers and ranchers are the backbone of our state. The Missouri Department of Agriculture communications team shares their stories through traditional channels, events and special activities. Join our team as we celebrate Missouri agriculture, Missouri's top economic driver.

• Manage the Department's social media platforms and online presence.
• Create/manage graphic design projects and marketing campaigns consistent with department goals.
• Create/edit Department publications and outreach materials.
• Curate internal newsletter and an external eblast.
• Assist with photography and videography projects.
• Assist with activities during the Missouri State Fair.
• Assist with planning of Department events and activities.
• Activate crisis communications plans during agriculture emergencies.
• Website development and maintenance.
• Provide program intern(s) direction throughout the year.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Six (6) or more years of technically relevant experience in journalism, communications, public relations or a closely related field. Experience can come from a combination of direct work experience and/or completion of a bachelor’s degree program in journalism, communications, public relations or a closely related field.

• Valid Missouri Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:

Competency with all major graphic design platforms, video and social media platforms, including Adobe Suite and Premier Pro video editing software. Well-honed verbal and written communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines. Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with all internal and external stakeholders. Prior agriculture background or knowledge.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Benefits :

• 3 weeks paid vacation; 3 weeks paid sick leave; 13 paid holidays
• Health (medical, dental, vision) and free life insurance
• Retirement
• Up to $75/month match on savings plan
• 6 weeks paid leave for birth or adoption

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

Salary:

$52,829.76-$57,210.96 per Year