Public Affairs Specialist

Salary: $40,000.00 AnnuallyLocation : Decatur, GAJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 26-052Division: Administrative SectionDepartment: Office of Public and Governmental AffairsOpening Date: 04/27/2026Closing Date: 5/11/2026 11:59 PM EasternDescriptionThis is a sensitive government position.Please review the GBI Employment Disqualifiers before applying for this position. Employment for the selected candidate(s) is contingent upon the successful completion of a GBI background investigation including criminal, credit and driver's history checks, polygraph examination, fingerprinting and drug screening.The GBI follows the Federal statute regarding illegal drug use and is a drug-free workplace. Although some states have legalized recreational drug use, applicants who currently use illegal drugs or controlled substances will be subject to disqualification from employment with the GBI.Job DutiesJOB SUMMARYOversees the GBI's interactions with the public via social media through implementing content strategies on GBI social media platforms. Assists with general duties of the Public & Governmental Affairs Office.PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Develop social media strategies for GBI social media platforms.Create content for all GBI social media platforms (graphics, videos, carousels, written post, etc.)Manage communication with public via social media.Analyze and identify trends in audience engagement and direct strategies based on this data.Assist with editing and writing new releases.Respond to incoming medial inquiries.Manage GBI PodcastCoordinate with and supervise interns.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Excellent verbal and written communication skillsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The incumbent will occasionally be required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop and kneel. Occasionally light lifting/or moving boxes or supplies may be required.WORK ENVIRONMENT:This position requires the incumbent to work in an office setting with other professionals.NOTE: This position requires some travel and operating a state vehicle. A valid Georgia driver's license is required.QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university OR Three years of communications or related experience.Supplemental InformationThe GBI reserves the right to close this job announcement once a qualified applicant pool has been identified.Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or by e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Applicants who are not selected for an interview will not receive notification.Foreign Education: Applicants who have completed part or all of their education outside the U.S. must have their foreign education evaluated by an accredited organization to ensure that the foreign education is equivalent to education received in accredited educational institutions in the U.S. This evaluation must be a course-by-course evaluation that includes each completed course/subject and the U.S. credit equivalent. Applicants must submit (2) copies of the credential evaluations to the address noted above by the deadline. For a listing of services that can perform this evaluation, see the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services website a thttp://www.naces.org/members.htm.Due to budget constraints, the GBI is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa..Applicants must present a professional image during all phases of the GBI hiring process, to include when interviewing, either in-person or virtually. The attire and appearance of applicants interviewing must be what is generally accepted as both professional and appropriate for a business work environment.• Please contact GBI Office of Human Resources at 404-270-8335 or humanresources@gbi.ga.gov if reasonable accommodation is needed in the application and/or interview process.THE GBI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERWhy work for the Georgia Bureau of Investigation?The GBI provides a meaningful and challenging career as a dedicated public servant. As your next employer, we offer a variety of benefits options to support you in achieving a healthy work/life balance.Here are some of the many benefits offered to eligible employees...Up to 3 weeks of vacation leave and up to 15 days of sick leave a yearUp to 240 hours of paid parental leave in a 12-month periodA total of 13 paid holidays per yearA Defined Benefit Plan (Pension) that provides a guaranteed monthly income after retirement with a minimum of 10 years of serviceA 401(k) savings plan with an initial 5% employer match on an employee contribution of 5%, with a 9% maximum employer match.A variety of group health, dental, vision, legal, long-term care insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance optionsLong-term and Short-term Disability Insurance to provide income protection against the unexpectedFlexible Spending Accounts that allow employees to set aside money, pre-tax, for healthcare and dependent care expensesAn Employee Assistance Program, through , providing confidential counseling for employees and their family members with personal problems that interfere with an employee's job performance or family lifeThe that allows employees that meet certain requirements an opportunity to have the remaining balance of their Direct Loans forgivenThe that allows employees to save tax-free for higher education expenses