West Orange Township Civicplus #406

Part-Time Communications Officer Services for Township of West Orange

The Township of West Orange, NJ is seeking a part-time Communications Officer (independent contractor) to support municipal communications for a 12-month period. - Government Buyer: - Township of West Orange, NJ - Purchasing Agent: Panayiota Reynolds - Services Requested: - Communications Officer Services (1 position) - Media coordination and response to press inquiries - Graphic content creation for social media, township website, and digital e-sign - Maintenance of the township's digital e-sign - Drafting and posting press releases (with approval) - Social media and website management - Event planning support and photography - Preparation of weekly emergency services blotter - Public announcements at Town Council meetings - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All necessary hardware, software, phone line, and office supplies provided by the Township (must be returned at contract end) - Strict confidentiality and indemnification required - No commissions or additional fees permitted - Compensation is annual, paid in equal monthly installments - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned; all equipment remains township property.

Description

The Township of West Orange is seeking quotations for a part-time/independent contractor Communications Officer to perform duties including media inquiries coordination, graphic content creation, digital sign maintenance, social media posting, press releases, event photography, incident reporting, and public announcements. The contract duration is 12 months, with compensation paid in monthly installments. The vendor will be provided with hardware, software, a dedicated phone line, and office supplies, all property of the Township. The Communications Officer shall report to the Mayor or designee and must maintain confidentiality and adhere to indemnification requirements.

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