Department Communications Specialist II presso Cobb County Government, GA

About the Department

The purpose of this classification is to support community relations and engagement regarding information, programs, and activities of the Cobb County District Attorney's Office department and coordinate with the County Communications team.

Applicants must attach three writing samples and a portfolio to the application for review. This position requires working a flexible schedule, i.e., some evenings and some weekends.

Position Duties

Writes and coordinates the publication and distribution of materials, including articles, newsletters, press releases, brochures, flyers, etc: creates artwork, design and layout of materials; and edits drafts and approves final designs. 

Creates content, basic graphics, and posts for the department’s webpages and social media accounts. 

Receives and responds to social media inquiries and questions regarding assigned department: consults with department staff and management to provide appropriate response to social media inquiries; collaborates with County Communications as needed; keeps supervisor apprised of all media interactions. 

Plans, creates, and facilitates programs to promote awareness of an organization’s mission and activities develops materials, presents to groups, hosts events, etc. 

Plans and coordinates special events and activities for assigned department: creates and implements communications plan for events; designs, produces, and publishes promotional materials; and assists with event activities such as setup and break-down as needed. 

Maintains graphic art and photo databases: serves as liaison for charts, documents, logos, graphics, maps, and seals; ensures uses are in compliance with County standards for internal or external use; takes and edits photographs; updates databases. 

Conducts research and complies data relevant to the department’s needs and utilizes that data to develop materials, programs, services, etc. to help the organization.  

Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications 

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field required; supplemented by three years of experience in marketing, advertising, public relations or related field, preferably in a government setting; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. 

Other Qualifications

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.