Public Relations Supervisor

Consider this opportunity to take your public relations career to the next level in this fast-paced and varied role in City government! Put your top-notch writing, communications, media relations, and supervisory skills to work as a key member of the Public Information Division.

Under the direction of the Public Information Manager, the Public Relations Supervisor assists in managing the public relations and publications functions of the Public Information Division of the Common Council-City Clerk’s Office.

Essential Functions:

• Writes television scripts and performs on-air hosting and reporting duties for programming on the City Channel.
• Assists the Public Information Manager in supervising and directing graphic design staff who perform public relations and publishing functions.
• Writes news releases, newsletters, speeches, brochures, flyers, reports, and promotional materials.
• Performs media relations duties by maintaining various news media contacts, arranges news conferences, and disseminates information to the news media and to the public using social media and via the City of Milwaukee’s E Notify system.
• Provides digital photography and photographic services.Provides public relations advice and counsel.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in journalism, mass communications, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
2. Three years of media affairs, public relations, or communications experience performing duties closely related to this position.
3. Valid Wisconsin Driver License at the time of appointment and throughout employment.

                Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.

IMPORTANT ~ You must submit with your application the following:

1. Three samples of news stories or publications that you have written (500 to 2,000 words per sample).
2. College transcripts.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public relations, communications, and media affairs.
• Excellent oral and broadcast communication skills to be able to perform hosting and reporting duties.
• Ability to read and interpret an array of documents, such as business periodicals, technical publications, and legal documents.
• Superior written and visual communication skills, including the ability to prepare written television scripts and write compelling, audience-appropriate, error-free, and publication-ready news releases, newsletters, speeches, reports, and promotional materials under deadline.
• Knowledge of web page creation, social media strategies, photography, graphic design, and video production technology.
• Skill in using computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Knowledge of supervision and training techniques and ability to provide direction to staff.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads and City managers, the news media, and the public.
• Skill in analyzing and solving problems, as well as ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to plan, organize, and accomplish work, manage multiple assignments simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to approach projects with energy, creativity, and resourcefulness.
• Personal qualities befitting the role, including honesty, integrity, and professionalism.

The current salary range (Pay Range 1CX) for City of Milwaukee residents is $51,469-$72,063 annually, and the non-resident salary range is $50,206-$70,295. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following:

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit http://city.milwaukee.gov/Benefits2017.