Job Description

*This is a provisional appointment through the Nassau County Civil Service Commission. The chosen candidate must pass the Public Information Officer exam when offered.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans and coordinates public information and public relations policy and programs.
• Prepares and disseminates information on matters of local interest to the public.
• Writes, assigns, and edits feature articles, editorials, speeches, film, radio and television programs, and other publicity material.
• Confers with the various department heads and other policy making officials concerning their publicity requirements.
• Speaks before various civic groups and attends a variety of meetings and conferences.
• Supervises subordinate professional and clerical staff, as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of planning and conducting an extensive public information and relations program.
• Thorough knowledge of all media and techniques used in public relations.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of governmental organization and administration.
• Ability to write and edit various forms of informational and educational material.
• Ability to supervise and evaluate the work of subordinate personnel.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public.
• Ability to express oneself effectively, both orally and in writing.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university
• Ten years of satisfactory experience in public relations, journalism, and/or advertising work, including four years in a supervisory capacity.

Company Description

We are a public library located in Nassau County, New York.