Office & Communications Manager

The chosen candidate will manage the office of the Economic Development Department, and assist with coordinating communications for the department, and for other county departments as needed.

OFFICE MANAGER: The office manager portion of this position often serves as the first point of contact for those communicating with or visiting the department. Manages all aspects of office management, including opening and closing the office, answering phones and greeting visitors, managing office supplies, submitting maintenance requests, submitting invoices to Administration, filing, scheduling meetings, and occasionally filling in for the director during his absence. 

COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST: The communications specialist will coordinate with the director and other County departments, under the supervision of the Director of Economic Development, to assist with communications opportunities. Plans, coordinates and promotes County programs and activities through traditional and visual/digital media communications. Assists with writing and editing press releases, speeches, PowerPoint presentations, talking points, reports and other communications for release to the media or general public. Monitors news media and social media on behalf of the County. Conducts interviews, research topics and gathers information for use in various agency communications. Coordinates the printing of materials, displays and promotional items on behalf of the County.