AFRD Public Communications Manager

Salary Range: $58,000 - $78,000

Position Overview
The Communications Manager for the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department (AFRD) is responsible for managing the department's Public Affairs initiatives, ensuring clear, consistent, and impactful communication with both internal and external stakeholders. Reporting directly to the Communications Director, the Communications Manager will lead AFRD’s internal and external communications efforts, oversee digital content, and support AFRD’s strategic communication goals. This role involves creating compelling messaging, managing digital platforms, and coordinating public relations activities to enhance AFRD's brand and engagement with the community.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in communications, public relations, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, content management systems (CMS), and social media platforms is essential.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Prior experience in public service or working with government agencies is highly desirable.
• Experience with web development, analytics, and managing digital content platforms is a plus.
• Design experience and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite are preferred.
• Previous experience as a copy editor, or experience in digital design, is a plus.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the communication efforts of a vital public safety organization, helping to amplify the impact of AFRD’s work throughout Atlanta.

Licensures and Certifications

None required.

Essential Capabilities and Work Environment

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.

Closing Date/Time: 2024-10-09

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