Overview

Communications Coordinator

Middlesex County Office of Communications

Communications Coordinator position in the Office of Communications is an entry-level role that will serve to support the office’s operations, programs, and media channels both internal and external. This Communications Coordinator will have a lead channel to manage and operate under the oversight of the Director – the Middlesex County government website, middlesexcountynj.gov.

Responsibilities

Communications Coordinator’s responsibilities will include:

• Writing externally facing content including press releases, media alerts, media pitches, and other written materials such as speeches, scripts, etc.
• Drafting copy for Office of Communications media channels including the County website.
• Working daily in the content management system (CMS), to update and maintain relevant information on office/department webpages.
• Meeting with offices and departments to understand and address their web presence needs and providing solutions as well as client service.
• Improving website user-experience and continuously maintaining relevancy and integrity of the County website.
• Understanding County’s key messages to ensure they are pulled through in all media channels, mainly the County website.
• Handling Communications deliverables as directed, in support of County’s initiatives, programs, and marquee events.
• Working collaboratively with the Office of Marketing, Public & Government Affairs, and the Office of Information Technology to ensure alignment.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Up to one year or two years of professional experience inclusive of college internships in the Public Relations or Communications field or related academic coursework/studies in these fields.

The ideal candidate:

• has strong, dynamic writing and editing skills.
• is a multitasker who is not opposed to working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines to prioritize.
• has strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• is tech savvy and digitally versed.
• is meticulous and detail-oriented.
• follows directions well.
• is a self-starter and quick learner who possesses a proactive work-style.
• has excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• exhibits common sense and flexibility.
• has an interest in public service.

Please submit a resume and cover letter.