Responsibilities

• The Public Information Officer (PIO) serves as the City's primary media relations professional and public-facing spokesperson.
• producing 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.
• The Public Information Officer must be available outside standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, and be on call to respond to incidents as they arise.
• 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.

Requirements

• strong writing and content creation skills
• The PIO must be available outside standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, and be on call to respond to incidents as they arise.

Benefits

• Regular Full-time with Benefits