Please upload your resume and cover letter with the application.
As directed serves as liaison and spokesperson for the court to the media and the public on court programs, processes and cases; develops and implements as directed programs to enhance the court's relationship with the community; produces court publications as directed, and develops, executes and implements effective video, film, audio and other media projects.As directed,
Advises the presiding judge and other judges, the court administrator and division directors regarding communications with the media.
May serve as liaison, as requested, or directed, between members of the bench and the media.
Assists court administration in responding to information requests to comply with Supreme Court Rule 123.
Assists judicial divisions with requests by media for camera coverage of court events.
Prepares and releases information to the public and the media on topics such as the budget, goals and priorities of the court, and the procedures and practices involved in achieving these goals.
Coordinates and facilitates the court's public outreach programs including, for example, "Courts Are Us," Law Day programs, the Courthouse Gallery, a speakers' bureau, appearances at career days, presentations for court visitors and other appropriate programs.
Develops, recommends, and implements as directed strategies and programs that provide comprehensive outreach to the citizens of Pima County.
Serves as a member of the superior court website and other committees as assigned.
Coordinates the production and distribution of the court's newsletter, prepares the court's annual report and other publications as directed, and coordinates the implementation of various surveys as requested.
Develops and recommends the content, format and design of printed, audiovisual and electronic materials made available to the public such as annual reports, fliers, brochures, directories, videotapes, other publications and presentations. Takes pictures and videotape to augment written materials.
Stays current on new and evolving technologies (and their uses) associated with the roles of the position, and advises court administration and the Presiding Judge on the appropriateness of those technologies in the court setting.
Reviews publications and presentations produced by others related to court programs and practices for quality and appropriateness, and makes recommendations as appropriate.
Evaluates the communications effectiveness of court outreach programs, assesses program communication needs and makes modifications as necessary.
Provides similar functions and services, as directed by the Presiding Judge, to the Juvenile Court Center and the Pima County Justice Court.
A Bachelor's degree in journalism, communication, marketing, public relations or related field, and four years of experience in publishing informational material, media relations, journalism, or a related field; OR, a minimum of eight years of directly related experience in public/media relations, marketing, and/or publishing informational materials to news media or the public; OR, any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education approved by Human Resources.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:
Must have a valid Arizona Drivers license at the time of the appointment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Typically performs duties in an office environment and may lift materials and/or equipment 20 lbs or less.