Public Information and Affairs Manager

The County Executive Office is seeking a Public Information and Affairs Manager who is a seasoned and politically savvy communications professional with excellent judgment and varied communication and leadership skills to help lead the Communications team of the County Executive Office. The incumbent must have a background and understanding of the operations of municipal governments, as well as experience working with/for elected officials. Ability to produce and respond efficiently, effectively and proactively are foundational to this position. The candidate selected for this position will be responsible for a variety of pivotal assignments including external and internal communications; operational standardization, best practices and corporate branding; external and internal communications; and developing and implementing strategic communication plans for major County initiatives.

Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Managing/Supervising Communications team, providing relationship-building, professional development and mentorship to team & agency/department Public Information Officers (PIO).
• Planning and coordinating public affairs projects and managing program planning and implementation of resources, while ensuring policies & standards are met.
• Overseeing administrative, budget, procurement and HR needs for team/division/section.
• Collaborating on development and management of public information campaigns.
• Providing oversight, such as performance metrics, quality on execution, and implementing solutions to issues as they arise.
• Maintaining and creating internal and external partnerships by updating and maintaining marketing, branding and design style guides while working with and training PIOs across the County on the need for greater visual cohesion and brand unity.