Regional Media and Communications Coordinator

[**Regional Media and Communications Coordinator [Office of Communications [**Minimum Qualifications:**]{new="" roman="" times=""}]{new="" roman="" times=""}**]{new="" roman="" times=""} - Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, English, creative writing or related field. Four years of professional experience in media and/or public relations. - Professional experience in these fields can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education. - Interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences effectively. - Knowledge of communications outreach strategies and best practices. [**Preferred Experience:**]{new="" roman="" times=""} - Proficiency in using communication and design tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite. - Understanding of SEO principles and practices to enhance online visibility. - Familiarity with regional environmental issues and hot topics, demonstrating an understanding of the local context and the ability to communicate effectively about these subjects. **[Licenses: [Requires a valid Florida driver license. **[Physical Requirements/Working Environment: [General office environment. Some field visits will be required. **[Travel: [Requires travel to attend off-site meetings, sometimes outside of normal business hours including overnight. Ability to drive oneself to and from meetings. [**Job Summary:The Regional Media and Communications Coordinator will act as the primary media contact, fostering relationships with local media and proactively seeking new opportunities to enhance the District's visibility. Responsibilities include developing communication plans, writing for various District publications, and contributing to social media content. The coordinator will also address high-visibility issues, plan and execute regional events, and support press opportunities to showcase District achievements. [**Job Duties Include:**]{new="" roman="" times=""}**]{new="" roman="" times=""}]{new="" roman="" times=""}]{new="" roman="" times=""}**]{new="" roman="" times=""}]{new="" roman="" times=""}**]{new="" roman="" times=""}]{new="" roman="" times=""}** - Serve as the primary media contact for the region and develop and maintain relationships with local media outlets, editors, reporters, and influencers. - Seek out new media opportunities to increase the District's visibility. - Identifies high-visibility issues relevant to the District and develop effective strategies for addressing them. ```{=html} ``` - Develop and implement communication plans tailored to specific audiences or issues within the region. - Monitor and address high visibility issues, developing strategies to communicate information effectively. - Write for District publications, websites, presentations or other communication tools to reach various audiences; developing and implementing communication plans for specific audiences or issues, including contributing to content creation for social media. - Plan and execute events within the region to showcase District achievements and initiatives. - Support and identify events and noteworthy press opportunities. [**Additional Details: [Starting Salary Range: $64,313.60 - $80,392.00 [Starting salary is based on qualifications and experience. [Benefits include Hybrid work schedule, Florida Retirement System, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, paid leave and holidays, professional development and wellness program. [Your application will receive careful consideration and, if selected for an i ]{new="" roman="" times=""}]{new="" roman="" times=""}]{new="" roman="" times=""}]{new="" roman="" times=""}**]{new="" roman="" times=""}