Job Description
Public Information Officer Location City of Hopewell, VA :
Description
Performs intermediate professional work in managing all aspects of public information / media relations and the development and implementation of comprehensive communications strategies to achieve departmental and city goals. Work is performed under general supervision.
Examples of Duties
- Provides administrative and special projects support to the Office of the City Manager;
- Assists with the development and implementation of communications, public relations and marketing strategies to achieve departmental and city goals by working with city departments and partner organizations;
- Writes and develops media releases, remarks and speeches, awards entries, internal and external communications materials, feature stories/articles, reports, and/or presentations;
- Assists with responding to media inquiries by gathering information and writing responses and statements;
- Responsible for all social media messaging and information distribution and works with other department as assigned to cross-promote activities and programs;
- Increase community awareness of department services, programs, and activities via city social media accounts;
- Serves as editor of the city publications as requested;
- Serves as the liaison between the city and media for press releases;
- Serves as Public Information Officer in Emergency Operations Center activities if needed; and
- Performs other duties as assigned
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, English or related field and moderate related experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Licenses and/or Certifications:
Knowledge:
- Comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices and procedures used in mass communications, marketing and public relations; of grammar, punctuation, word usage, sentence structure to ensure effective verbal and written communications; and
- Working knowledge of various social media platforms and ability to apply such knowledge to enhance social media presence and communication.
Skills: - Strong work ethic;
- Strong computer, time management and organizational skills;
- Detail oriented; and
- Command of the English language; proofreading skills.
Abilities: - Ability to communicate accurate, clear, concise and effective information to the public, media, departments, senior leadership, boards/committees, etc.; to use sound judgment in the release of information; to prepare a variety of communication content and materials, such as media releases, brochures, newsletters, social media content, etc.;
- Ability to work independently, think creatively and innovatively, manage multiple projects/deadlines simultaneously;
- Ability to operate a computer, utilize related software and standard office equipment;
- Ability to develop and maintain effective and positive interpersonal relationships with customers and the general public; and
- Ability to work outside of normal business hours if needed;
Supplemental Information
Work Environment:
- Work is primarily performed in an indoor, climate-controlled, pleasant environment.
Essential Physical Activities:
- Crouching, stooping, walking, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, kneeling, reaching, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions.
- Typical weight handled: up to 25lbs
Job Tags
Full time,