Public Relations Supervisor

At the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), our work impacts all Montanans.Our agency mission is to champion a healthy environment for a thriving Montana - watch it in actionhere.Whether it's the water you drink at a restaurant, the air you breathe on a hike, or the energy that lights up your home - we provide environmental oversight, clean-up, and energy resource information to the people and businesses of Montana. We are actively recruiting for Public Relations Supervisor to lead our communications team. The team consists of staff responsible for public affairs, website oversight and social media, community outreach and tribal engagement, as well as overseeing the agency's public record request processing. This position reports to the agency's Public Policy and Government Affairs Officer under DEQ's Director, within the Director's Office. The position is challenging and rewarding -the Public Relations Supervisor will be at the forefront of Montana environmental and energy communications. This position goes beyond public relations and communication; your ability to lead people will be equally in demand. As Public Relations Supervisor, your responsibilities include: Communication Strategy & Agency Brand In collaboration with communications staff, develop a comprehensive strategic communication plan. Manage the development of informational and promotional materials about the agency and programs. Oversee the agency brand and quality assurance of brand materials. Agency Representation Represent the agency to internal and external stakeholders, such as agency programs, media, or general public. Work with management team and programs to Develop and/or deliver talking points for press releases. Information Requests Coordinate and respond to information requests and oversee the agency records and information request program. Leadership Lead the communications team by modeling agency values. Demonstrate accountability, excellence, efficiency, and effectiveness with employees while being highly organized leading a diverse workgroup. Calm throughout stressful situations, our Public Relations Supervisor will possess strong emotional intelligence in often contentious situations. A sense of humor and a lighthearted demeanor is always welcome. Finally, the successful candidate will have strong writing skills. Cover letters for this position will be carefully examined for grammar, content, and form. Additional characteristics/experience that will lead to success: Prior leadership that demonstrates accountability, excellence, efficiency and effectiveness Ability to effectively communicate including active, respectful disagreement and consensus-building with audiences of different views and backgrounds Demonstrated ability to work within divergent policy and political opinions Embracing and supporting a team-oriented culture The Montana Department of Environmental Quality's employees are the heart of our organization and culture. Our wellness committee and mentorship program are employee-led and provide educational events, small interest-based social groups, and opportunities to grow personally and professionally with guidance from a mentor. Helena is an outdoor recreator's paradise-home to miles of trails, glistening lakes and winter skiing. Helena's central location makes it easy to take a day trip to Missoula or Bozeman and it's within driving distance of two breathtaking national parks. The downtown walking mall features shops, restaurants and breweries with events and live music throughout the year. For more about the Helena experience, visit: This position may be eligible for a statutory base salary annual increase of 2.5% effective July 1, 2025. The position includes a career ladder for professional development and pay progression. Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, communications, journalism, public policy or a related field or equivalent education. Three years of progressively responsible experience including demonstrated leadership or supervision, may include experience from informal roles, and proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Preferred experience with business and management principles involved in planning, resource allocation, setting priorities, human resources management, leadership techniques, coordination of people and resources, and communication skills focused on stakeholder outreach. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis. /Montana DEQ may consider alternative combinations of education and experience on a case-by-case basis./ Title: Public Relations Supervisor Location: Helena Requisition ID: