This city of Phoenix job definitely going to a woman

Check back in January, maybe February, you'll see this Public Information Director position has DEFINITELY gone to a female. EEOC ALWAYS sides with the city when it comes to complaints filed

Men need not apply to this one.

Public Information Director (NC)

Salary $93,080 - $146,598 annualized. Appointment can be made above the minimum depending upon qualifications.
Qualifications To meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment, you must have: - Five years management level experience in directing a major public information program. - Five years experience supervising professional journalism, public relations, or marketing staff. - Excellent communication skills with a strong customer service approach. - A bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism, marketing or a related field. - An equivalent combination of relevant experience and education may be considered. - City of Phoenix residency is required within 24 months after the date of hire and must be maintained. A well qualified candidate will possess the minimum qualifications plus: - Experience with public sector media relations. - Experience managing a government access cable channel. - Experience managing electronic communications, including Web sites and other social media. - Experience working for a large municipal government. - A master's degree in public relations, journalism, marketing or a related field. Duties In addition to the oversight of 27 staff members and an operating budget of $2.85 million, the Director will be expected to interact with elected officials, stakeholders and residents. The incumbent is responsible for advising city management, the Mayor and City Council in the development and maintenance of effective current and long-range policies, plans and practices. The Public Information Office coordinates internal communication for city employees and information outreach with the public; serving as a central source for communication about the city. The work of the office keeps residents and other stakeholders aware of city policies and actions; coordinates city activities which affect relations with the public; collects and analyzes information on the changing attitudes of key public groups toward the city; maintains effective relationships with civic, corporate, and educational organizations; manages electronic communications, including Web sites, Facebook and Twitter; and develops and participates in news conferences, special events, and other programs of public interest. Supervision is exercised over professional and technical staff in public information and video production. This position exercises considerable initiative and independent judgment and works under the general supervision of a Deputy City Manager. The Public Information Director also helps advise executives and communications personnel throughout the city organization. The incumbent in this position is expected to resolve problems of a professional and technical nature and must effectively confront problems while managing competing priorities.