Communications Assistant

5 days ago


Bloomington, Illinois, United States Fairfax County Government Full time
Job Announcement

Seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Communications Staff Aide in the office of Fairfax County Dranesville District Supervisor James. N. Bierman, Jr.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for a portfolio that includes communications, community outreach, and casework. The successful candidate will work closely with the District office staff to produce a weekly events newsletter, manage and grow social media channels, maintain the Dranesville District website, and work as part of a team to initiate and manage various community engagement events throughout the district.

Key Responsibilities
  • Produce a weekly events newsletter in coordination with District office staff.
  • Manage and grow social media channels.
  • Maintain the Dranesville District website.
  • Work as part of a team to initiate and manage various community engagement events throughout the district.
  • Provide constituent services on various issues as needed and serve as the liaison to county departments and state/federal agencies.
  • Assist with drafting of press releases, talking points, and board matters.
  • Attend stakeholder meetings as needed (mix of virtual and in-person meetings).
Requirements
  • Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in communications, public relations, political science, constituent services, event production, or similar line of work.
  • Ability to work outside of normal business hours, as required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in political settings.
  • Graphics software such as Adobe Photoshop and Canva.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Organizational and research skills.
  • Experience with newsletter software such as Constant Contact, GovDelivery, Mailchimp.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent workplace software.
Selection Procedure

A panel interview will be conducted to select the most qualified candidate. Fairfax County Government is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact for assistance. TTY.

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