Commission Office Coordinator (Communications and Outreach Manager)

COMMUNICATIONS AND OUTREACH MANAGER

District 2, DeKalb County Board of Commissioners

This position is non-merit and serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

Salary Range: $65,000-75,000 (fulltime)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Communications and Outreach Manager leads strategic communications and public engagement efforts for the District 2 Commissioner and team. This role is responsible for shaping and executing internal and external communications, strengthening community relationships, managing digital platforms, and ensuring clear, consistent messaging across all channels. The position focuses on proactive outreach, media relations, content development, and brand management to enhance transparency, awareness, and public trust.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develops and implements comprehensive communications and outreach strategies aligned with the Commissioner’s priorities and District 2 goals.
• Oversees and manages District 2 digital platforms, including social media channels, the District 2 website, and the District 2 newsletter.
• Creates, edits, and publishes high-quality written and visual content, including announcements, newsletters, talking points, presentations, and digital graphics.
• Drafts press releases, media advisories, and public statements; maintains relationships with local and regional media contacts.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for communications between the District 2 office and external stakeholders, partners, and the public.
• Coordinates outreach campaigns, public information efforts, and promotional activities for District 2 initiatives, programs, and events.
• Plans, promotes, and supports community meetings, town halls, and events, including developing promotional materials and post-event communications.
• Ensures consistent branding, messaging, and tone across all District 2 communications and materials.
• Monitors public feedback, media coverage, and digital engagement metrics; prepares reports and recommendations to improve outreach effectiveness.
• Collaborates with the District 2 team, county departments, and external partners to support communication needs for projects and initiatives.
• Manages assigned projects and timelines in compliance with applicable policies, priorities, and objectives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Public Administration, Marketing, or a related field; at least two (2) years of relevant professional experience in communications, public affairs, outreach, or a related area. Experience working in a governmental or political environment is preferred.

Candidates must be proficient in social media platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Canva, and WordPress, and demonstrate the ability to manage digital tools for virtual meetings, website updates, and content analytics. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS:

Please send cover letter and resume to the attention of Joycelyn Osei, Chief of Staff, District 2 at: [email protected]