Public Information Officer - Frederick, United States - Frederick County Government

Frederick County Government

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Frederick, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

JOB INFORMATION:

Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; may occasionally work evenings or weekends to fulfill FCSO needs; full-benefits

This professional position with the Frederick County Sheriff's Office is responsible for performing advanced public relations work for comprehensive and strategic communications, marketing, public information, recruitment, and outreach.

This position is responsible for managing the Sheriff's Office public website, social media channels, implementing communications policies and strategies to manage the FCSO brand, style, and communications content.

This includes the development and implementation of integrated Sheriff's Office communication strategies and policies, including media relations, advertising, public information, social media, video/graphic services, print design, production, and statistical research/reporting.

Supervision is received from the Law Enforcement Bureau Chief.

TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:

Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees.

The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the highdeductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D benefit
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service (effective 7/1/2024)
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, etc.

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For more information, visit our benefits
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Media Relations and Communication:

Serve as the primary information and media relations advisor for the Office of the Sheriff, act as the Sheriff's Office's Spokesperson/Public Information Officer by speaking to the media; develop and implement strategic communications and public affairs plans to promote the Sheriff's Office
Draft and edit Associated Pressstyle feature stories, news releases, and targeted media pitches to promote Sheriff's Office employees, programs, and the agency's brand
Oversee new media initiatives as needed to meet the changing technologies, environment, and communication needs of the agency
Manage and authorize the release of information concerning confidential investigations and operations
Advice Sheriff's Office staff on communication issues, provide guidance and training on media relations, including oncamera/onair communication skills
Represent the Sheriff and agency at meetings, conferences, Town Halls, and communitybased forums to include online webinars and meetings
Work with FCGTV, public service announcements to include safety messages, bodyworn camera video releases, and messages from the Sheriff's Office

Community Engagement and Event Coordination:

Coordinate and host community engagement events on behalf of the Sheriff's Office to include the Open House, National Night Out, Promotion and Award ceremonies; as needed, emcee at events
Coordinate community programs to include: Bicycle Safety, Gun Safety, Internet Safety, Drug Awareness, and Traffic Safety Programs

Administrative and Miscellaneous:

Manage citizens' concerns and coordinate the tracking and responses to complaints, requests, and inquires; initiate corrective action; follow up to ensure satisfaction
Primary point of contact for Sheriff's Office communications, internal and external; ensuring cohesive and consistent messaging and branding and ensure compliance with all policies and laws; maintain up to data media and communication contact list
Maintain list of Wanted Persons on FCSO website
Assist the Sheriff's Office's Human Resources staff with a comprehensive annual recruitment and marketing plan that includes goals, strategies, and tactics to create greater awareness of the Sheriff's Office's vacancies
Oversee the quality assurance of the Sheriff's Office graphics and branding, including but not limited to print material, website design, social media, and promotional material
Serve as an active member of the Sheriff's Office Critical Incid