COMPENSATION &BENEFITS:
0-3% Merit upon successful completion of the probationary period and 0-3% annual merit increases thereafter based upon evaluation score.
Benefits include:

• No Nevada state income tax.
• Stable, friendly/family environment that fosters internal talent with training/educational programs and encourages career advancement.
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employee Retirement System (PERS), 33.50% employer-paid.
• Health Insurance: County provides medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents with co-payment by employee dependent and/or family status.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym Membership
• Employees Assistant Program (EAP)
• Vacation: Accrued at the rate of 4.6154 hours per pay period, or 120 hours per year (increase with years of service).
• Sick Leave: Earned at the rate of 3.3846 hours per pay period, or 88 hours per year.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Administrative Leave: 5 days per year.
• Deferred Compensation: the County has a voluntary deferred compensation program.
• Douglas County is a drug, alcohol and smoke-free workplace.
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** Please note: Applications are reviewed regularly. Hiring may occur early in the recruiting process and the posting could close early. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately.**

In addition to completing the application, the department has requested you attach a cover letter and resume that illustrates your work experience including a description of your strengths and what you believe you would bring to this position.

Under general supervision, is responsible for County media content; supports internal and external messaging for Douglas County; maintains the County’s social media sites; serves as liaison with the public and the media, and performs related work as required.

• Designs, produces and distributes content using video, audio, graphic design, print material, digital material, and social media to create and maintain positive branding and perceptions of the County;
• Promotes understanding of County departments, initiatives, programs, services, policies, projects, community events and maintains public awareness of departmental/program issues, concerns, and resolutions; organizes and participates in related outreach events and activities.
• Serves as an administrator to Douglas County’s website and social media accounts; monitors social media and website channels and maximizes public engagement; monitors and reports on media coverage through various forms of media; compiles and disseminates daily related reports and media metrics.
• Responds professionally to a variety of inquiries from staff, the media or the public; fosters good working relationships with the media by providing pertinent information in a timely manner, and notifies the media of newsworthy events at the direction of management.
• Assists with the development and publication of press releases and internal and external communications with department and division heads, elected officials, and County employees; develops proactive internal and external messaging; supports communications strategies and plans; discusses possible approaches for meeting Department needs, overall goals and assists with instructional design and development.
• Assists with press conferences and press statements from staff members and elected officials to present messages/information/issues within approved County guidelines.
• Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the areas of communications, social media and marketing and makes recommendations regarding social media platforms and their uses.
• Supports the County Public Information Officer or designee with crisis communications during times of emergencies either remotely or at the assigned duty location; works in conjunction with Emergency Management and at the direction of the Community Relations Manager or designee to coordinate the dissemination of public information and notifications.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:
High School diploma/GED; AND four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in work involving the collection, analysis, design and dissemination of information in the field of news media, public relations, publicity, and/or advertising OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of social media.
• Principles and practices of public information as it applies to emergency response.
• Principles, practices, materials and techniques of public information and education.
• Hardware and software used in the desktop publishing process.
• Graphic design and printing techniques and materials, including slides and video production.
• Techniques and procedures for dealing with the print and broadcast media.
• Advanced knowledge of the management of social media accounts
• Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Record keeping principles and practices.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Principles and techniques of preparing effective informational or educational materials.

Skill in:

• Working collaboratively with good organizational skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
• Adhering to deadlines and short time constraints.
• Producing accurate, timely information with minimal errors using appropriate tools/media.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Dealing successfully with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds in person, in writing, or over the phone.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Driver's License.
• FEMA or State Public Information Officer training within six (6) months of date of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment; stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength and agility to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in over the telephone and in person.

Work is subject to being on-call and responding to incidents at all times.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
2. Employment is contingent on successful completion of background/screening.
3. Douglas County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS, with information from each applicant’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.