Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum two years of experience in political, corporate, or agency communications; 
• Strong, demonstrated written and oral communication skills; 
• Experience with website design, Canva, email CRM, and/or graphic design; 
• Experience managing social media accounts for prominent organizations and/or people
• Experience drafting and sending media advisories, including press releases, 
• Strategic thinker with a collaborative approach to problem-solving; 
• Strong interest in current events;
• Organized and self-motivated, with strong attention to detail; and
• Able to perform in a deadline-driven environment.

Summary:
Commissioner Barrett is committed to improving the transparency, effectiveness, and efficiency of Fulton County government while also working on some of the most pressing issues facing our citizens. She believes that looking for creative solutions, thoroughly researching topics, and encouraging collaboration with stakeholders is the way to make progress and is currently looking to hire a Communications Associate to help her achieve those goals.
An ideal Communications Associate will be organized, have excellent writing and technical skills, and will thrive in a fast-paced, small team environment where initiative is valued. This position reports to the Chief of Staff and to Commissioner Barrett.
Communications Associate Responsibilities:
Create and maintain an email newsletter program.
Planning events for the Commissioner to connect with Fulton County constituents. 
Preparing the Commissioner to speak at community events organized by the County or other partners. 
Drafting several social media posts a week that highlight current issues facing the County. 
Track all media coverage of the Fulton County Commission.
Assist the office in investigating and responding to constituent requests.
Create, maintain, and assure office team compliance with a Commissioner Barrett Brand Guide.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Commissioner or the Chief of Staff.Physical Requirements:
The Office of Commissioner Barrett is committed to inclusive practices, supporting employees of varying abilities and to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to thrive. The requirements of this role, related to its physical demands, are as follows:

• Working from a computer for long periods of time
• Flexibility to occasionally work hours outside of normal operating hours 
• Both remote and in-office work
• Light travel is expected. Reimbursement of mileage outside of travel to office locations will be at the rate of $0.56 per mile.

It is the policy of Fulton County that there will be equal opportunity for every citizen, employee and applicant, based upon merit without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, genetics or sexual orientation.