Job Description
Join Kentucky's premier public service team as a Government Public Affairs Specialist in Louisville! We offer exceptional benefits including comprehensive health insurance, generous retirement plans, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities. This full-time role allows you to shape public policy while enjoying work-life balance and job security unmatched in the private sector.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic communication plans for state government initiatives
- Manage media relations and coordinate press conferences with local and national outlets
- Analyze legislative impacts and prepare policy briefings for senior officials
- Oversee public engagement campaigns across digital and traditional platforms
- Coordinate interdepartmental communications during emergency response
- Monitor public sentiment and adjust messaging strategies accordingly
- Maintain compliance with government transparency regulations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Political Science, or related field
- 3+ years of government/public sector communications experience
- Proven crisis communication and media relations expertise
- Advanced proficiency in digital analytics tools (Google Analytics, Sprout Social)
- Knowledge of Kentucky state government operations and legislative processes
- Strong writing/editing skills with sample portfolio required
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel statewide