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PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER 2 (COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST)

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority East · New Orleans, LA · 3 wk ago
MarketingFull-time

Our mission is to ensure the physical, operational and financial integrity of the regional flood risk management system in southeastern Louisiana as a defense against floods and storm surge from hurricanes. We accomplish this mission by working with local, regional, state and federal partners to plan, design, construct, operate and maintain projects that will reduce the probability and risk of flooding for the residents and businesses within our jurisdiction.

About the role

This experienced-level public information position serves as a key communications professional for the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East. The role independently develops clear, accurate, and timely communications that explain the Authority's mission, operations, projects, emergency readiness, and public value.

Responsibilities

  • Media relations and strategic communications
  • Executive and internal communications
  • Public information and digital content (website, social media, etc.)
  • Public outreach, events, and facility tours
  • Stakeholder and public inquiry support
  • Emergency communications and public-safety messaging
  • News releases, public statements, and public education materials

Key Competencies

  • Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
  • Building and Supporting Teams: The ability to combine one's actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.
  • Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
  • Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.
  • Acting with Ethics and Integrity: The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity, and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit.
  • Adapting to Change: The ability to demonstrate flexibility in thoughts, behaviors, and actions in response to evolving circumstances or unexpected change.
  • Building Trust: The ability to create a safe and supportive environment where others feel comfortable speaking up, sharing ideas, and acknowledging mistakes.
  • Demonstrating Initiative: The ability to assess situations independently and take proactive steps to address them without being prompted or instructed by others.

Requirements

  • Four years of experience in public relations, journalism, marketing, content creation, social media management, or graphic design; OR
  • Six years of full-time experience in any field plus one year of experience in public relations, journalism, marketing, content creation, social media management, or graphic design; OR
  • A bachelor's degree plus one year of experience in public relations, journalism, marketing, content creation, social media management, or graphic design; OR
  • An advanced degree in public relations, marketing, communications, journalism, or English.

Experience Substitution: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours, which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Pay

The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Appointment Type: This position can be filled as Probational, Promotional, Lateral Transfer, Detail to Special Duty, or Job Appointment. This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.

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