Public Relations Specialist II (Vacancy)

Public Relations Specialist II (Vacancy) Print ( Apply ufeff Public Relations Specialist II (Vacancy) Salary $37.02 - $55.52 Hourly Location Varies by position Job Type Full-time Job Number 26-3105-V1 Department 60 Columbus Water & Power Division Office of the Public Utilities Director Opening Date 03/30/2026 Closing Date 4/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern + Description + Benefits + Questions Definition This role will support Columbus Water & Power's (CWP) communications team by creating engaging content across digital and print platforms. This position will be responsible for writing and developing internal stories that highlight our employees and the critical work they do, contributing to channels such as the employee newsletter, all department-wide emails and the intranet. This position will also assist in crafting external communications, including social media content, press releases, and leadership talking points. At times, this position will support community outreach efforts, educating the public on CWP's services and programs. P erforms related duties as required. Preferred experience and training: Background in journalism preferred but not required, exceptional writing, storytelling, and editing skills are essential in this role. Experience with Microsoft 365, Adobe Acrobat, and Adobe InDesign. Examples of Work (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.) Serves as the designated spokesperson for a department, division, agency, or program; Responds to media inquiries, advises staff on media responses, and contacts press for various events and conferences; Develops and implements communication strategies designed to keep the public informed, explain policy, and promote the facilities, programs, services, and events occurring within a department, division, or agency; Designs various marketing pieces such as logos, fliers, brochures, print ads, post cards, pamphlets, and programs to be used for educational, informational, or other purposes; Develops the expanded use of social media channels to disseminate information and cultivate public relations; measures performance of channels to determine success and inform efforts; Coordinates and plans the development of informational and educational materials such as news releases, bulletins, newsletters, and brochures for the public and news media; Prepares speeches, correspondence, acknowledgements, and oral presentations to be delivered by City directors, administrators, and/or officials; Coordinates the response to public document requests and provides recommendations for vital correspondence/communications; Serves as an advisor on public relations issues and policy development on such topics as media contact, public notifications, response to community concerns, solicitation of public input, and talking points; Coordinates the preparation and distribution of various publications to include budgeting, specification bidding, layout and design, article writing, editing, printing, and circulation; Serves as liaison to area commissions, neighborhood associations, special interest groups, and business organizations impacted by departmental/divisional/agency policies and services; Writes proclamations/resolutions for City Council/Mayoral recognition; May supervise staff engaged in the development of informational and educational material for the public and news media. Minimum Qualifications Possession of a bachelor's degree and three (3) years of professional experience in media, journalism, marketing, or public relations. Test/Job Contact Information Recruitment #: 26-3105-V1 Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular) Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact: Alisha Ardolino Columbus Water & Power Office of the Public Utilities Director 37 W. Broad St. Columbus, Ohio 43215 P: (614) 645- 3751 E: The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following: + Medical + Dental + Vision + Short-term Disability + Life Insurance + Wellness Program + Tuition Reimbursement Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information. 01 Have you included all of your relevant work experience (previous and current)? Resumes will not be accepted as a substitute for completing the application. + Yes + No 02 Have you reviewed the Minimum Qualifications for the job that you are applying to ensure that you meet specified requirements? + Yes + No 03 Have you attached the documents that provide proof of your license, education (post high school), and/or professional or state certification as you have referenced in your applicant profile? Such documents may include a photocopy or scan of your driver's license, bachelor's/master's degree or transcript of completed coursework. + Yes + No Required Question Employer City of Columbus Address 77 N. Front Street, Suite 330 Columbus, Ohio, 43215 Phone (614) 645-8301 Website Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email

Created: 2026-04-01