Public Information Officer at City of Titusville, Florida | Titusville, FL | $64K/yr – $106K/yr

Public Information Officer

Titusville, FL (On-site)

$64K/yr – $106K/yrMid Level4+ years expFull time

Posted 6 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the city’s external storytelling and crisis comms, guiding media relations, content production, and community engagement while coordinating with partners and City events.

Media Relations ownership: respond to inquiries, craft accurate messages, and supervise public communications across channels.
Content and Social Engine: oversee videos, posts, newsletters, photography, and website news, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with key messages.
Community & Crisis Readiness: drive citizen education programs, events, and crisis response within the Emergency Management framework.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Media Relations: Respond to media inquiries and provide accurate information about city initiatives and services.
Content Creation: Coordinate the development and distribution of various media content, including videos, social media posts, e-newsletters, photographs, brochures, and website news releases.
Communication Support: Assist in preparing Titusville Talking Points and monthly articles for local newspapers and represent the City at Council events and speaking engagements.
Social Media Management: Monitor social media platforms to track trends and identify topics that require timely responses.
Strategic Communication: Develop and implement communication strategies to ensure key messages reach community stakeholders, reviewing all press releases and public communications for accuracy and professionalism.
Community Engagement: Participate in City events, conduct educational classes on City services, and oversee programs such as the Citizens Academy to enhance public understanding of City operations.
Crisis Communication: In emergencies, activate and coordinate crisis communication strategies within the Emergency Management framework.
Collaboration: Attend meetings with local organizations, including the Titusville Area Visitors Council, Space Coast Florida Public Relations Association, and Brevard County Public Information Network, to align with stakeholders and familiarize with departmental operations.
Project Updates: Regularly communicate with the supervisor about project status, progress toward goals, and any necessary adjustments to work schedules.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, marketing, or a related field, along with at least four (4) years of recent public relations experience
Must become an active member of the Space Coast Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) and obtain Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) within six (6) months of employment
Must have or acquire the Basic Public Information Officer training through FEMA within one year specifically IS-29 and E0105
Stay updated on emerging communication technologies and demonstrate experience in using and managing multiple social media platforms
Excellent judgment in all public communications to ensure clarity, accuracy, and professionalism
Ability to work accurately under pressure or in high-stress situations
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Understanding of photography, photo editing, and video concepts to produce visually engaging content for public dissemination