Salary £38,169 and rises by yearly increments to a maximum of £42,612 + Excellent Benefits including Government Pension

Location: Exeter

Type of employment: Permanent

Closing Date: Monday 22nd June 2026 at midday.

Hours per week: this role is 37 hours per week. However, we welcome applications from individuals wishing to work on a part-time basis and we are willing to consider flexible working patterns subject to business need

About the role:

We are seeking a talented and proactive Multi-Media Communications Officer to join our established Communications Team based at the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) in Middlemoor.

This is a varied and fast-paced role at the heart of our communications function. You will be responsible for drafting media statements and quotes, attending briefings, conducting research, and gathering information to support effective communication and engagement activities.

Excellent communication skills are essential, as you will work with a wide range of stakeholders and communicate across multiple channels and platforms.

Alongside creating and delivering engaging content, you will organise and attend a variety of community engagement events, helping to build relationships, capture the voice of the people and raise awareness of the work of the OPCC. This role includes driving the engagement van to events, where you will be supported by colleagues and partners.

Your work will reach large and diverse audiences, helping to inform, engage and support communities across Devon and Cornwall, contributing to safer, more resilient and better-connected communities. A full list of responsibilities and duties can be found in the role profile.

Contract Information

In November 2024, the Government announced its intention to abolish the role of Police and Crime Commissioner in May 2028. At present, it remains unclear how the statutory functions currently undertaken by the OPCC will be delivered beyond that date, whether a successor body will be established, or whether responsibilities and staff may transfer to another organisation. Applicants should therefore be aware of this uncertainty when considering this opportunity.

Working Arrangements

The OPCC is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and flexible working, subject to business needs. However, due to the nature of the role and the importance of maintaining a visible presence within the organisation and the communities we serve, the successful candidate will be expected to work regularly from the Middlemoor office.

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What you get if you join us:

If you work for us, you will get access to:

• A competitive salary with yearly increments.
• 25 days a year leave entitlement, with an increase to 30 days after 5 years continuous employment, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time workers).
• Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties.
• Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one off payment of £5)
• Company sick pay.
• Competitive local government pension scheme.
• Job related equipment, as required.
• Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties.
• Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme).
• Support networks, free Employees Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services.
• Development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need
• Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need