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Craven County Schools Public Relations and Communications Assistant in New Bern, North Carolina
POSITION TITLE:Public Relations and Communications Assistant (Office Support, Exempt) REPORTS TO:Director of Public Relations and Communications TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 months
SALARY: Pay Grade 65
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
SHIFT TYPE:Full-time
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Well organized, ability to handle multiple tasks at one time, able to work under tight deadlines
- Ability to manage calendars (editorial, events, meetings, etc.) and schedules
- Understands standard media and social media communication practices, policies, and procedures
- Strong general administrative and clerical duties including managing a department budget
- Employs correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary
- Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
- Customer service oriented using tact, patience and courteousness
- Technical knowledge of computer operations, personal devices, and applications/computer programs
- Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail
- Experience with practical methods of graphic design, web design, photography, and video production
- Helps build positive relationships internally and externally
- Assist with the organization and execution of events for all stakeholders
- Participating in brainstorming sessions and suggesting innovative ideas
- Tracking media coverage and PR metrics, web analytics
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
- Bachelors degree in marketing, communication, public relations, or related field.
- Three or more years of experience in the administration of communications, journalism or public relations