Public Relations Consultant - Content Creator and Events (Simcoe County)
Public Relations Consultant - Content Creator and Events - (3609)
Permanent – Full Time
Close Date: February 24, 2025
Position Summary
The Public Relations Consultant is responsible for the co-ordination of varying forms of promotion for the purpose of fostering and maintaining a positive image for the County of Simcoe. The Public Relations Consultant provides Communications, Public Relations, Government Relations and Event initiatives, inclusive of writing, media relations, content creation and social media services to internal and external clients, as well as strategic planning, co-ordination and execution of events.
This role will require flexibility for daily travel to support communications, social media and events throughout the County (and neighbouring municipalities). Work functions and tasks are often highly confidential and support political and corporate direction inclusive of supporting County Council and senior staff.
Position Requirements
- Superior knowledge of all aspects of Communications for a complex, multi-faceted organization achieved through a degree or diploma in a relevant discipline such as Communications, Public Relations. This job may be considered for educational equivalency in accordance with County Policy.
- Comfort level being a team lead on event planning and execution
- Strong computer-application skills required: (1) Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, (2) Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator;
- Familiarity with InDesign website layout applications as well as WordPress and SharePoint websites is considered an asset
- Strong written and oral communication skills: (1) print (2) social media/digital such as content creation, editorial, copywriting and proof-reading skills
- Strong social media and digital communications ability, including social media video/asset production
- Strategic planning and concept development
- Campaign, project and event development, co-ordination and management skills
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills, with the ability to provide creative solutions with enthusiasm as well as quality customer service.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Digital photography and editing skills.
- Public relations skills.
- Ability to think and act in a political and community service environment in order to champion the mission and values of the County.
- An understanding of multimedia technology and related best practices and benchmarking activities within other organizations will be considered an asset.
- Class G Driver’s License in good standing and reliable vehicle to use on corporate business.
- Minimum three (3) years’ experience in similar communications or public relations role including writing, editing, researching for publications, print material and new media technologies, media relations, copy writing, social media, events and project/campaign management.
- Understanding a/o foundational experience in graphic design and layout would be considered an asset.
- Experience with a broad variety of multimedia formats including social media, social media video production and presentation applications will be considered an asset.
- Experience executing events.
Salary Range
$83,331.00 - $101,374.00 per annum
If you love to work with genuine, supportive people who are passionate about improving your community, we would love to hear from you. Apply today at
https://simcoe.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/3609
The County of Simcoe thanks all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, but please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.
Personal information provided is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act (2001) and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.
The Corporation of the County of Simcoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and will provide employment accommodation upon request.