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DIRECTOR OF MEDIA RELATIONS-ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM MANAGER IV

Office of Communications

Recruitment #23-005475-0010

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Introduction

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

22

LOCATION OF POSITION

Annapolis, MD

POSITION DUTIES

As a member of the Office of the Comptroller’s Executive Team, the Director of Media Relations role will work in close collaboration with the Director of Strategic Communications, the agency’s senior and executive leaders, and other state agencies and partners to: (1) develop and execute a media engagement strategy that explains & elevates the Office of the Comptroller, (2) leads and supervises media planning and engagement, (3) works with the media to educate the public about the resources and services provided by the agency, (4) improves external communications and information-sharing with Marylanders and external stakeholders, and (5) promotes the agency’s key strategic initiatives with the media and other external stakeholders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelors' degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field. 

Experience: Five years of progressive experience in a communications role.  

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Demonstrated experience in creating and implementing communications strategies, plans, and campaigns.
  • Previous experience working in government communications.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Professional background that includes serving in the capacity of Public Information Officer. 
  • History of successful media relationship. 
  • Excellent copy editing, briefing, and media pitching skills.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and skill with building and managing media relationships.
  • Proficiency in identifying and analyzing emerging issues.
  • Professional success with developing and executing effective strategic communications plans, responses, statements, briefings, copy, press events, and materials. 
  • Experience creating and negotiating media engagement and media buying opportunities.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Please indicate clearly any position-specific experience and ensure all education and experience sections are complete. Incomplete information may result in the disqualification of your application.

All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.

*Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Only applicants who meet the minimum and selective qualifications for this recruitment will be considered for this opportunity. Approval of your application will be based on a review of your education, training and experience. It is essential that you submit complete and accurate information on your application in order to determine if you meet the qualifications as specified above. Due to the nature of this list, all qualified applicants are placed on an unranked list of candidates and will remain active on this list for at least one year.

Qualifying applicants are subject to an oral interview. Prior to appointment, the employee must successfully undergo a comprehensive background investigation including a review of criminal, MVA and tax records; and determination of legal authorization to work in the United States or under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. This background check is comprehensive and may involve fingerprinting. Upon initial appointment OR promotion to a position in the State Personnel Management System, an employee is required to serve an initial six- month probationary period. This probationary period may be extended an additional six months under certain circumstances at the discretion of the appointing authority.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Veterans

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply. If you are seeking veteran's preference, please submit a copy of your DD-214.

Attachments

The preferred method for submitting additional information is to upload it directly into your online account. Please remove references to the first five digits of your SSN and your DOB on all attachments by deleting, redacting or blacking that information out with a marker. Any attachments necessary to demonstrate the minimum qualifications were met must be submitted by the filing deadline.

Faxes/Email

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you choose fax or email as the option to submit your application and/or required additional information, you must include the following information on each page you submit:
  1. First and Last Name
  2. Recruitment Number (located at the top of the bulletin)
  3. The last 4 digits of your SS#
Fax: 410-974-5249 – This fax number is for Comptroller of Maryland recruitment efforts only.


For Further Questions 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 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.

If you have questions about this particular recruitment, please contact the Comptroller of MD, Office of Human Resources at mbeech@marylandtaxes.gov.

Please contact Stanley Harris at sharris@marylandtaxes.gov if you need reasonable accommodations.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.



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