MEDIA Relations Manager Administrator V; Office of Public Engagement and Communications

Overview

OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS. This is a position specific recruitment. The resulting certified eligible list may be used to staff several current and future vacancies for this position/function only.

Grade: 20

Location:

Annapolis, MD

The Media Relations Specialist plays a key role in executing the agency’s press strategy and managing media relations to promote agency initiatives, accomplishments, and priorities. This position ensures consistent, accurate, and timely communication with media outlets and stakeholders, contributing to the agency’s public image and strategic messaging.

• Education:
  
  Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Experience:
  
  Six years of administrative staff or professional work.
• Notes:
• Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for five years of the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
• For education obtained outside of the U.S., provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service. If you possess a degree obtained outside of the United States, submit a detailed, course-by-course evaluation report from one of the U.S. equivalence evaluating members identified at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in media relations, public affairs, or journalism.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience coordinating press events and working with media outlets.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Valid Maryland Driver's License and ability to travel.

Please ensure you provide sufficient information on your application to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Indicate clearly any position-specific experience and ensure all education and experience sections are complete. Approval of your application will be based on a review of the information you submit. All qualified applicants are placed on an unranked list of candidates and will remain active on this list for at least one year.

Incomplete information may result in disqualification.

State of Maryland benefits

The online application process is strongly preferred. If you choose email to submit your application/required additional information, include the following information on at least one page you submit:
First and Last Name;
Recruitment Number (located at the top of the bulletin); the last four digits of your SSN.

If you have questions or concerns regarding this recruitment, please email mharrell at Comptroller of MD, Office of Human Resources. If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at  or Application.

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As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.

If you need reasonable accommodations, please contact the Office of EEO & OFP Operations by email at FAIRPRACTICES or amoreland or by phone at .