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Assistant Chief Deputy - Media, Communication, and Outreach Chatham County, GA - 3.6 Savannah, GA Job Details Full-time $72,302 a year 14 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Pension plan Gym membership Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Team leadership Driver's License Supervising experience Newsletters (communication methods) Full Job Description Discover the best of suburban and urban living in Chatham County, Coastal Georgia. This welcoming community offers an excellent balance for living, working, and enjoying life. As the fifth-oldest county in Georgia and the largest outside of Atlanta, Chatham County has a lot to offer. You'll love our beautiful riverfront, which includes the city of Savannah and a three-mile beach on Tybee Island. Chatham County Government is supported by over 2,100 diverse team members across 40 departments, all dedicated to serving the county. We draw talent nationwide by providing outstanding benefits, competitive salaries, and growth opportunities. Join Team Chatham today! Description The Assistant Chief Deputy for Media, Communications & Outreach is responsible for overseeing the Office's public communications, media relations, community outreach initiatives, and strategic messaging efforts. This position develops and implements communication strategies that support the mission of the Office, enhances public understanding of its services and operations, and strengthens relationships with the community through outreach, education, and engagement efforts. Examples of Duties Serve as the primary point of contact for media inquiries and public information requests. Draft and distribute press releases, public notices, announcements, newsletters, and official statements. Manage and oversee the Office's website, social media platforms, and digital communications. Coordinate community outreach initiatives, public education efforts, and special events. Develop communication strategies to promote Office programs, services, and initiatives. Assist executive leadership with speechwriting, presentations, talking points, and public messaging. Ensure consistency and professionalism in all external communications and branding materials. Coordinate with county departments, courts, community organizations, and external stakeholders on joint initiatives and public messaging. Monitor media coverage and public feedback relating to the Office and assist in responding when appropriate. Assist with crisis communications and dissemination of urgent or time-sensitive public information. Create informational materials, brochures, signage, and outreach content for public distribution. Promote transparency and accessibility of Office services through proactive communication efforts. Coordinate photography, videography, and media coverage for Office events and initiatives. Assist in planning and promoting public service campaigns and educational programs. Perform related administrative, supervisory, and communications duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Mass Communications, or Journalism, and At least three (3) years of experience in journalism, communications, broadcasting, public relations, or a closely related field, including supervisory experience; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training. Must possess a valid Driver's License During emergencies and disasters affecting Chatham County, you may be required to report to work as part of a disaster operations team. In accordance with the Department of Transportation, Commercial Driver's License (CDL) holders and those employed in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing. Candidates with direct and relevant experience may receive an offer of up to 10% above the minimum salary that is posted, reflecting their exceptional qualifications. Chatham County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity , religion, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, or military/veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.