Public Information Officer

Prince George County, Virginia • County of Prince George, VA

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About The Position

Prince George County is accepting applications for a Public Information Officer to direct and coordinate county public information messaging across print, web, social media, and video. The position oversees the use of county branding and style in public information materials; writes and edits press releases and news articles; coordinates press conferences; and may serve as a county spokesperson.

The role requires comprehensive knowledge of mass communications, marketing, public relations, media relations, and community relations, along with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills. The successful candidate will prioritize and manage multiple projects, coordinate public relations activities for internal and external audiences, and use sound judgment when releasing information while maintaining confidentiality as necessary.

Requirements

• Comprehensive working knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures used in mass communications, marketing, and public relations.
• Knowledge of grammar, punctuation, word usage, and sentence structure for effective verbal and written communication.
• Mastery of the English language, professional speaking and presentation skills, and excellent writing skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge and experience in news release writing and website writing.
• Knowledge of media relations and community relations.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and coordinate public relations activities.
• Familiarity with developing public relations plans.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of various social media platforms.
• Experience in media relations, public relations, and social media.
• Education and experience equivalent to graduation with a bachelor's degree from an accredited college, with major coursework in Communications, Public Relations, or Journalism, and considerable experience in marketing, public relations, and communications, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Virginia driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Photography skills.
• Basic Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) certifications, such as IS-29 and G290.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate county public information messaging for print, web, social media, and video.
• Oversee the use of county brand and style in public information materials.
• Write and edit press releases and news articles.
• Coordinate press conferences.
• May serve as spokesperson for the county.
• Plan and coordinate public relations activities to communicate programs or events to internal and external audiences.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects.
• Maintain confidentiality as necessary and use sound judgment in the release of information.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time