Information Officer II

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Frankfort, KY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Kentucky State Police is the premier, full-service law enforcement agency in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. With the highest level of professionalism and integrity, the Kentucky State Police work to prevent, reduce, and deter crime and the fear of crime, enhance highway safety through education and enforcement, and safeguard property and protect individual rights. The Information Officer II will be responsible for writing, producing, and recording videos, radio spots, podcasts, TV segments, and utilizing various forms of media outreach messaging to promote public safety.

Requirements

Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
Two years of experience in journalism, public relations, or experience related to the duties and responsibilities of this job title series.
Experience in one of the above areas will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.

Nice To Haves

Proficient verbal and written communication skills
Videography, photography, and, or, audio production knowledge
Digital, web-based, and social media skills
Marketing and communications abilities.

Responsibilities

Writes, produces, moderates, records, and, or, does videography for weekly podcast, radio, and TV segments.
Develops and submits social media content, including reels, graphics, videos, and written content, to enhance public engagement and promote agency initiatives.
Designs and produces graphic and illustrative materials for brochures, public service announcements, public safety campaigns, and other agency communications.
Writes, edits, and distributes internal and external communications, including press releases, newsletters, scripts, social media content, and video productions to support and promote agency programs, events, and initiatives.
Attends public events to capture photographs and video content for use in public outreach, community engagement, and agency storytelling efforts.
Assists staff and other branches with special projects.