Career Profile Public Relations Specialists Education Bachelor's This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $61,900 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Public relations specialists create and maintain a favorable public image for the organization they represent. General Information Promote or create an intended public image for individuals, groups, or organizations. May write or select material for release to various communications media. May specialize in using social media. Training Funds Available This is a Rural Capital Area Target Occupation.Training and education opportunities are available with eligible providers throughout the state. Please contact us for more details. Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Public Relations Specialists Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 80 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 80 openings per year are projected for Public Relations Specialists. +17.2% Employment Change Employment for Public Relations Specialists is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 17.2% between 2023 and 2028. $29.74 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $29.74/hour. Entry level workers are paid $19.40, while experienced workers are paid $38.76. The median wage is above average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 590 Public Relations Specialists in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 692. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Public Relations Specialists are Religious Organizations, Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services, and Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Public Relations Specialists include Communications and Media, English Language, and Customer and Personal Service. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Public Relations Specialists is Bachelor's. 100% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
