Sheriff’s Public Information Supervisor

sjgov•Stockton, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This examination is being conducted to fill a vacancy as a Sheriff's Public Information Supervisor and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. Candidates must be currently employed by the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office and meet all eligibility requirements for promotional opportunities. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.

Requirements

Four years of progressively responsible professional experience for a comprehensive public relations, media relations, journalism, or community relations program at a level equivalent to San Joaquin County’s Public Information Specialist classification, preferably in a public safety or emergency services environment.
Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
Qualified applicants must currently be employed with San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office and meet the promotional eligibility requirements as stated in Civil Service Rule 10, Section 3-Eligiblity for Promotional Examinations.
Principles of effective supervision; employee discipline; public information program components and methods involved in planning, coordinating and implementing such programs to variety of audiences; principles and techniques of mass communication, marketing, media relations and outreach; public speaking, fundamentals and principles of public speaking, written composition, and editing; techniques in developing and producing audio-visual presentations; tools used in the design and development of public information materials; basic governmental budgeting and fiscal controls; computer operations, including pertinent software and related equipment; web-based communications.
Effectively communicate, orally and in writing, information appropriate to a public safety and emergency services context; establish and maintain effective working relations; coordinate, direct, and evaluate the work of others; speak effectively in public; maintain confidentiality of sensitive information; meet deadlines; use modern photographic and related electronic equipment; collect and analyze data related to public information programs; use computers, desk-top publishing applications, applicable presentation tools, and related equipment; act independently in converting complex information into meaningful format for the targeted audience.
Mobility—frequent operation of a data entry device; repetitive motion; sitting for long periods, walking; occasional standing, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting; climbing stairs; occasional driving; Lifting—frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual—constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision; Hearing/Talking—frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person and in public; Emotional/Psychological—frequent decision making, concentration, public contact and public speaking in emergency and stressful situations; Special Requirements—availability to respond to on-call situations during non-working hours and occasional weekend, night and holiday assignments; occasional travel; Environmental—occasional exposure to varied weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Oversees the department’s public information program; closely coordinates with departmental management to disseminate information and increase public awareness regarding department services and programs.
Designs, directs the implementation of, and measures and evaluates the effectiveness of public information activities.
Stays informed of and communicates issues to appropriate department leadership regarding matters affecting program operations and services.
Develops, plans, and implements program goals and objectives; directs, oversees and participates in the development of the work plans; assigns work activities, projects and programs; monitors workflow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures.
Establishes and implements communication plans and strategies that support department priorities, objectives, and strategic plan; directs communication content through radio, television, social media and the press.
Prepares speeches, scripts, responses and related materials for public information purposes for assigned department; ensures shared communication and flow of information with key stakeholders and the public.
Represents department to outside agencies and organizations; participates in outside community and professional groups and committees; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of public information, media relations, and other services as they relate to assigned departments.
Serves as public information contact in emergencies and other critical events and develops communication strategies to ensure consistent, accurate messaging to the public and on-site media coverage as needed.
Provides strategic communication advice, counsel, and support to command staff and coordinates with regional emergency operations and/or other critical incident stakeholders as requested.
Researches and prepares technical and administrative reports and recommendations; prepares correspondence to public inquiries on department programs/activities.
Forecasts budget needs for staff, equipment, materials, and supplies; conducts cost-benefit analyses and makes recommendations to identify most effective communications mediums, platforms, and programs; monitors and controls expenditures for unit; assists management with budget development and monitoring.
Maintains effective press and media relations; responds to media and difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints; recommends resolutions and alternative solutions.
Selects, trains, motivates and evaluates personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; conducts performance evaluations; maintains discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the department.

Benefits

Health Insurance: San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available.
Dental Insurance: The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense.
Vision Insurance: The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense.
Life Insurance: The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000; 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000; 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000; 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000. Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate.
125 Flexible Benefits Plan: This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit).
Retirement Plan: Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937.
Deferred Compensation: The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $22,500 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $30,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available.
Vacation: Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years.
Holidays: Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year.
Sick Leave: 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation.
Sick leave incentive: An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year.
Bereavement Leave: 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child.
Merit Salary Increase: New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step.
Educational Reimbursement Program: Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year.
Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area.
School Activities: Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities.