Communications Manager – Ohio Mid-Eastern Governments Association (OMEGA)
The Ohio Mid-Eastern Governments Association (OMEGA) has an opening for a Communications Manager. A Bachelor’s degree in communications, public administration or related field and/or a minimum of five years experience in communications, public relations or public administration is required. The selected candidate will be responsible for communication with the public, membership, legislature, and media. Knowledge of advanced features of Constant Contact is preferred. Other responsibilities include preparing for OMEGA board meetings, meeting coordination to include meetings with federal, state, and local officials and agencies, and other public meetings, issuing press releases, preparing newsletters and annual report, updating and maintaining website and social media accounts, and updating and maintaining OMEGA membership list and other contacts. Strong written, verbal, organizational, research, and design skills are required. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe design products, and Constant Contact. This is a full-time, 35 hours per week position. Salary is based upon education and experience. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three relevant professional references by: December 31, 2019 to Cindi Metz, OMEGA, 326 Highland Avenue, Suite B, Cambridge, OH 43725 or cindim@omegadistrict.org.
OMEGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin (ancestry), disability, genetic information, age (40 years or older), sexual orientation, or military status (past, present, or future).
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