CITY OF PLANTATION

ADMINISTRATIVE RESEARCHER - PUBLIC RELATIONS SUPERVISOR

 

DEFINITION      

 

This is an exempt position, which involves conducting research, overseeing public relations, analyzing and coordinating various administrative activities, performing specialized staff work in the Administrative office and directing the work of others.

 

An employee in this classification is responsible for performing diversified administrative assignments of more than average difficulty, which may include routine and complex analytical, administrative and technical work in the analyses of projects and programs, develop recommendations and prepare comprehensive reports.  This individual must also be able to effectively establish and maintain relationships with the general public, elected officials, department heads, vendor/contractor contacts, media contacts and officials from other cities, counties and the State.  The employee must show a great deal of latitude, creativity and ability to perform many job responsibilities with minimal supervision and direction.  Work is performed under the administrative direction of the Assistant to the Mayor who outlines broad areas of responsibility and assigned projects.

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED      

 

Prepare reports that summarize facts, analyze problems and make sound recommendations.

 

Compile and maintain accurate reports and prepare comprehensive reports that summarize facts, analyze problems and develop recommendations.

 

Develop reports using a spreadsheet program covering complex financial relationships of data and producing related graphs.

 

Study and analyze legal documents in order to summarize significant elements and insert information or make changes for Legal Department review.

 

Track progress of programs, projects and prepare status reports.

 

Assist with development of City website and Plantation Information Line.

 

Conduct research and analyze special projects and programs; evaluate effectiveness and efficiency and develop recommendations.

 

Prepare press releases, letters, speeches and other related documents.

 

Prepare and process requests for proposals, bid documents, forms, contracts and documents.

 

Oversee various City publications, annual reports and newsletters.

 

Manage or direct the management of cell tower and other service contracts.

 

Assist with development of various budget documents and presentations.

 

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Study and analyze policies and procedures and make sound recommendations.

 

Supervise Graphic Designer.

 

Manage content development, copy-editing, design and distribution of quarterly resident magazine and quarterly employee newsletter.

 

Acts as consultant for customer service task force in the development of programs to achieve efficient and timely customer service response.

 

Develop and maintain relationships with other local, state and government agencies in support of research efforts on governmental policies and procedures.

 

Act as City spokesperson regarding various City projects and events and fields media inquiries.

 

Provide Public Relations counseling and support as needed to all City Departments.  Develop and implement policies and procedures for the public relations department.  Develop marketing and public relations materials in support of various City departments or facilities; may be responsible for coordinating the display of graphics and the production of materials.

 

Performs related work as required and as directed.

 

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS      

 

Knowledge of the techniques and methods used in administrative research and analysis.

 

Knowledge of computer-based programs, including Word, Excel and Power Point.

 

Knowledge of graphic design software programs, like QuarkXPress and Photoshop.

 

Knowledge of departmental, legal, administrative and procedural regulations.

 

Ability to gather and analyze written and numerical data, draw conclusions and arrive at decisions independently in accordance with established policies.

 

Ability to communicate and support recommendations effectively both orally and in writing.

 

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, departmental officials and the general public.

 

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING      

 

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business, public relations, public administration, or a closely related field.

 

 

 

 

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Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, abilities and skills may be considered.

 

This is a “Recovery” classification in the City’s emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying this position to work for declared emergencies. Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level is mandatory.

 

REV. 10/07                                          

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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