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General Information

ID
666
Main Organization
General Government
Location
Communications - 4301 East Parham Road, Henrico
Minimum Salary
$ 62,605.04
Max Salary
$ 67,166.53
Posting Date
05-05-2026
Closing Date
05-18-2026
Job Status
Full-time

General Statement of Duties

Collaborates with the Communications Director and County Officials in developing written, photographic, video and other materials designed to serve the County’s public communication needs, utilizing a variety of professional methods including working with local news media and social media platforms; assists County departments in creating and implementing communications plans and materials; and performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties

Extensive knowledge, experience and demonstrated expertise in:  

•    Government communications

•    English language, grammar and writing for publication, including familiarity with AP Style  

•    Creating engaging text and photo content for social media platforms (FB, X/Twitter, Instagram, Nextdoor, YouTube)

•    Writing news releases, speeches for public officials and scripts for video productions 

•    Managing communications projects, including coordination of news conferences and news media events 

•    Independently planning, coordinating and completing multiple social media campaigns simultaneously 

•    Independently developing optimal posting schedules, utilizing web traffic and customer engagement metrics 

•    Communicating effectively in crisis situations, including through social media

•    Producing professional content on deadline   

•    Responding to news media requests 

•    Planning, coordinating and completing multiple assignments simultaneously  

•    Online customer service and engagement skills 


Additional Information

Valid driver's license to perform assigned job duties at various locations Countywide.

A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

Minimum Requirements

Four (4) year degree in journalism, photography, communications, or other relevant field preferred, and three (3) years of relevant public relations work experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

  • Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
  • State Police Criminal History Investigation
  • Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation (Dept. of Social Services, JRJDC, Juvenile Detention Home)

Benefits

At Henrico County, we prioritize your well-being with medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, plus flexible spending accounts and voluntary benefits. Enjoy generous leave options, including parental, bereavement, and wellness leave, along with 13 paid holidays annually. Invest in your future with Virginia Retirement System benefits and 457 deferred compensation. Visit our website: https://henrico.gov/hr/benefits-for-employees/ to learn more!

EEO Statement

The County seeks to hire the best-qualified applicants available for each position vacancy, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including lactation), age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or military status, status as an organ donor, or any other characteristic protected by law (except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification).