Public Relations Director jobs in Columbia, SC

Public Relations Director directs and implements a company's public relations strategies. Manages media relations, announcements, editorial placement, and speaking opportunities. Being a Public Relations Director evaluates and authorizes all forms of communication regarding the organization for release to the public. Develops press releases, white papers and supporting materials. Additionally, Public Relations Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Public Relations Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Public Relations Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Public Outreach Director (Public Information Director II)
  • State of South Carolina
  • Richland, SC FULL_TIME

  • Careers at DHEC: Work that makes a difference!

    Embracing Service, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Pursuing Excellence, and Advancing Equity

    The Public Outreach Director manages the Public Outreach team and oversees public outreach functions for the agency.

    Job Responsibilities:

    • Oversees the Public Outreach functions for the agency. Plans, develops and directs communication strategies and plans for short- and long-range public informational and/or educational programs, initiatives and campaigns designed to promote and explain agency goals, activities and objectives. Supervises the Public Outreach staff.
    • Builds the agency’s brand to improve the agency’s reputation and build public awareness of the agency’s mission, priorities and successes. Leads innovative public relations strategies to better engage external stakeholders (e.g., partners, community groups) and the public.
    • Oversees advertising, branding and media buying for the agency. Establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships with advertising representatives and agency procurement and program staff. Plans, consults with agency staff and executes strategies to develop effective advertising and marketing campaigns promoting the agency's brand identity that is measured.


    State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and experience related to the development and dissemination of informational material. 


    Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

    Agency Additional Requirements: 

    Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
    • A bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism or related field, 10 years of experience related to the development and dissemination of informational material and 5 years of experience supervising staff.


    DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

    SC DHEC is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DHEC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. 

    The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
    •  Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
    •  15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
    •  15 days sick leave per year 
    • 13 paid holidays. 
    • 2 weeks paid parental leave
    • State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs  
    • REMOTE WORK: The option to work partially remote is available after six (6) months of employment if it applies to the position. 
    This position is part of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control’s Office of Communications and Public Affairs. The work performed supports DHEC’s mission to improve the quality of life for all South Carolinians by protecting and promoting the health of the public and the environment. Effective July 1, 2024, this position will transfer to the South Carolina Department of Public Health created by Senate Bill 399 which provides for the creation of the Department of Public Health to assume the public health-related functions of DHEC.   

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Instructor/Assistant Professor of Mass Communications (Public Relations)
  • CLAFLIN UNIVERSITY
  • Orangeburg, SC OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Claflin University Main Campus - Orangeburg, SC Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Graduate Degree Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: Up to 25% Job Shift: An...
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Employee Relations & Benefits Director
  • State of South Carolina
  • Richland, SC FULL_TIME
  • If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Caro...
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Sales Public Adjuster (Columbia)
  • Noble Public Adjusting Group
  • Columbia, SC FULL_TIME
  • Job description Outstanding Benefits Offered: PTO, Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Monthly Incentives, and Sales Person Incentives (known as SPIFF’s) benefits are offered for all employees. Paid training th...
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Assistant Public Defender
  • First Circuit Public Defender's Office
  • Orangeburg, SC FULL_TIME
  • Assistant Public Defender The First Circuit Public Defender Office is accepting applications for a full time Assistant Public Defender in our Orangeburg County Office. Job Description and Qualificatio...
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IT Business Analyst - Public Sector Projects
  • Public Consulting Group
  • Columbia, SC OTHER
  • Overview About Public Consulting Group Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and h...
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HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
  • UHS
  • West Columbia, SC
  • Responsibilities At Three Rivers Behavioral Health, a 129-bed facility located in West Columbia, SC, we never forget tha...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Principal or Senior Financial Analyst
  • Nutanix
  • Columbia, SC
  • Principal or Senior Financial Analyst - GTM Finance Hungry, Humble, Honest, with Heart! About Nutanix Nutanix is disrupt...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Federal Sales Director, Civilian & SLED
  • Confluent
  • Columbia, SC
  • With Confluent, organizations can harness the full power of continuously flowing data to innovate and win in the modern ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Education Support Specialist
  • Togethersc
  • Columbia, SC
  • **Education Support Specialist** February 7, 2022 Columbia, South Carolina Overall Responsibility: Under the supervision...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS
  • Air Combat Command
  • Shaw A F B, SC
  • Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT ...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Transitional Independent Living Program Director
  • Epworth Children's Home
  • Columbia, SC
  • For more than 126 years, Epworth Children's Home has grown and adapted to the individual needs of children and families ...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Protestant Religious Education Coordinator
  • Ladgov Corporation
  • Columbia, SC
  • Job Title : Protestant Religious Education Coordinator Location : Building 912, located on Shaw AFB, SC. Hours of Operat...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Laboratory Courier/Lab Aid (Fresno, CA)
  • Iehinc
  • Columbia, SC
  • IEH Laboratories, a Leader in Food Safety, is now accepting applications for the Laboratory Courier/Lab Aid position at ...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Columbia, South Carolina

One of Columbia's more prominent geographical features is its fall line, the boundary between the upland Piedmont region and the Atlantic Coastal Plain, across which rivers drop as falls or rapids. Columbia grew up at the fall line of the Congaree River, which is formed by the convergence of the Broad River and the Saluda River. The Congaree was the farthest inland point of river navigation. The energy of falling water also powered Columbia's early mills. The city has capitalized on this location which includes three rivers by christening itself "The Columbia Riverbanks Region". Columbia is lo...
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Income Estimation for Public Relations Director jobs
$142,524 to $196,642
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What does a Public Relations Director do?

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To get started in public relations (PR), it is usually best if you have a bachelor’s degree in a field such as communications or public relations.
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