Job Description

PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER (Permanent) Our client, a civic organization in WNY, is looking to hire a Public Relations Officer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a resident of the City of Buffalo who is looking for a great work-life balance.

Responsibilities:

• Develop communication strategies for a high-profile office, ensuring effective approaches are taken at all times
• Oversee the development and management of the department website
• Write and edit speeches for public officials for various speaking engagements—ex. Press releases
• Prepare public official with appropriate answers to possible interview questions
• Act as the primary media contact for the office, coordinating coverage for events and fielding any questions that might arise
• Develop social media content for the office, developing the online presence according to the overall media goals of the office
• Organize various community outreach events
• Collaborate with the Executive Assistant regarding events, media coverage, and other public relations activities
• Ensure a professional approach is maintained at all times
• Analyze current processes and procedures to identify areas for improvement and implement appropriate changes
• Complete special projects in a timely manner, with the ability to juggle multiple high priority assignments with ease
• Work well in a team environment as well as independently
• Other duties as assigned/as necessary

Details:

• Position is full-time, direct hire
• 100% in-office
• Must live in the City of Buffalo or move to the city within 6 months of start date
• $55,000 - $65,000 annually depending on experience
• Excellent Health/Dental/Vision Insurance or Healthcare allowance, PTO, Retirement match
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, or related
• 2+ years’ experience in Public Relations, Media Outreach, Speech writing
• Portfolio/samples of work to be provided upon request
• Proficient computer skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated
• Relocation not available 
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available
• All employees and applicants, please know that you have access at all times to New York State and Federal Labor Laws and Posters at the Government Agency websites: ;

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