State of Florida

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY RELATIONS - 22010005

State of Florida$91K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, legal studies, public or business administration or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 5 years of related work experience in communication or public relations.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop communication policy and outreach strategies.
  • Proven experience in social media management and engagement.
  • Strong presentation skills for formal and public engagements.

Responsibilities

  • Provide professional support to local courts' legislative and civic outreach programs.
  • Develop and implement communication policies and priorities for court initiatives.
  • Serve as a media spokesperson, including managing social media communications.
  • Create and deliver presentations for judges and court staff.
  • Manage public communications and serve as the primary contact for Public Records requests.
  • Collaborate with State Courts System staff to enhance communication effectiveness.
  • Travel between courthouse locations to fulfill job duties.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package offered by the State Courts System.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Supportive work environment with an emphasis on collaborative relationships.
  • Engagement with civic outreach and community involvement initiatives.
Full Job Description
Requisition No: 883373

Agency: State Courts System



Pay Plan: State Courts System

Position Number: 22010005

Salary: 91,058.04

Posting Closing Date: 09/25/2026

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Sixth Judicial Circuit of Florida

Pasco and Pinellas Counties

Administrative Office of the Courts

Human Resources Department

Tel: 727-453-7165

Email:[email protected]

14250 49th St. North, Suite J1500

Clearwater, FL 33762

Director of Community Relations

Position Number: 10005

Location: Pinellas County Justice Center

14250 49th St N, Clearwater, FL 33762

Application Deadline: September 25, 2026, 5:00 PM

Starting Annual Salary:

$91,058.04 (annual salary)

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Position Description

This position is responsible for providing professional support to the local courts legislative and civic outreach programs. The position is responsible for developing communication policy, and priorities; providing strategic communication support to court programs, activities, and initiatives; providing communication counsel; serving as media spokesperson to include communications on social media for the circuit. The position develops and implements circuit presentations for the judges and court staff. Work is performed under the supervision of the Trial Courts Administrator.

Education, Experience, Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations
  • Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in English, journalism, legal studies, public or business administration and five years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Strong knowledge of Facebook and social media platforms.
  • Comprehensive knowledge and experience in maintaining effective working relationships with State Courts System staff relevant to communication and execution of public information.
  • Ability to manage and handle all forms of public communications and be the main contact for all Public Records requests.
  • Ability to travel between courthouse locations to meet duties required for the position.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including creating and delivering formal presentations to the public.
  • Ability to exercise discretion, confidentiality, impartiality, and honesty in handling matters before the court.
  • Working knowledge of Outlook, Power Point and similar word processing computer systems.


How to Apply

All applications must be emailed to [email protected] or by fax at 727-453-7166 and must include a cover letter and resume. The Sixth Circuit application can be downloaded from the Sixth Circuit website. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

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About State of Florida

The State of Florida is a state located in the southeastern region of the United States. It is the third-most populous state and the 22nd largest by area. The state capital is Tallahassee and its largest city is Jacksonville. Florida is known for its warm climate, beautiful beaches, and tourist attractions such as Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and the Kennedy Space Center. The state is also home to a number of universities and colleges, including the University of Florida, Florida State University, and the University of Miami.
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