Public Relations/Communication Specialist

Reports to: Center Director

 

Overview:  The Public Relations & Communications Specialist will work directly with the Center Director to write and coordinate all center communications and marketing materials. The Specialist will be responsible for the development of both print and electronic documents and distribution (web) for all internal and external communications.  This includes developing and updating the internet site in collaboration with the Central Office. Researching and writing articles, press releases, crisis information, etc. to support the center, staff training and projects.
 
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

·         Serves as project coordinator for communication efforts.

·         Researches, writes, and organizes information.

·         Coordinates production (photography, design, and printing).

·         Manages schedules for representation and attendance at community meetings as needed.

·         Supports web pages for organization internet sites.  Includes writing and organizing content

·         Develop the center information architecture along with information systems to maintain shared folders with up to date calendar of events, minutes, special events, etc.

·         Work with graphic artists to prepare forms and brochures;

·         Populating sites based on approved plans. and supports web maintenance efforts.

·         Supports public communications efforts by writing appropriate communications for news media, Web, feature publications and advising customers on communications issues.

 

·         Supports program activities in event coordination, marketing and advertising

·         Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Social Sciences, or related field.

·         Requires in-depth knowledge of communications theories and practices, especially those related to writing (creative, technical and Web), editing, and document development.  

·         Knowledge of public information/public relations field and ability to write press releases.

·         Web updates, etc. for crisis communications.

·         Demonstrated writing and editing skills.  

·         Familiar with all forms of media (print, broadcast, and Web).  

·         Must be able to communicate information clearly using Plain Language guidelines (preferably in English and Spanish).  

·         Proficient in and understand various electronic communication venues and must be familiar with new and evolving technology.  

·         Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet.

·         Local travel.

·         Minimum of 20 hour week.

·         Minimum of two to four years job related experience in the following areas:  

v     Writing for various media outlets.

v     Public information/public relations:  writing press releases, articles, reports, speeches, etc.

v     Developing, writing, and organizing information for the Web, including preparing information for posting in HTML or other appropriate formats.

v     Working in a fast-paced production environment in crisis situations.

v      Editing, verifying facts, and interacting with diverse audience.  

Please email your cover letter and resume to gonzalo.arroyofamily-focus.org

 

Family Focus Aurora
  555 E. Benton St

Aurora, Illinois 60505