Public Information Officer (PIO) ...

Longmont, CO (On-site)

$9K/mo – $10K/moMid LevelFull time

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Owns city-wide media relations as the public-facing spokesperson and leads proactive, safety-focused communications including crisis response in partnership with public safety.

Manages press materials and messaging to inform residents and shape the city's narrative.
Coordinates with police, fire, and other departments to ensure timely, accurate updates during incidents.

Job Description

Responsibilities

serves as the City's primary media relations professional and public-facing spokesperson.
produces press releases, talking points, scripts, council communications, and other materials that advance the City's narrative, keep residents informed, and strengthen the City's reputation.
leads proactive and responsive communications for the organization, with a special emphasis on public safety media relations.
works in close partnership with the Longmont Police and Fire Departments and other public safety partners to ensure timely, accurate, and transparent communication with the community during critical incidents, breaking news, and routine public safety matters.
must be available outside standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, and be on call to respond to incidents as they arise.

Requirements

strong writing and content creation skills
strong judgment
political awareness
ability to represent the City with poise and credibility, both in person and in written communications across interactions with journalists, elected officials, City and department leadership, and diverse community members through multiple communication platforms
availability outside standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, and be on call to respond to incidents as they arise