Brand Marketing (Branding), Business Strategy, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Event Management, Facebook, Interpersonal Skills, Journalism, Leadership, LinkedIn, Mail Processing, Marketing, Microsoft Office, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Press Releases, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Publications, Team Player, Time Management, Twitter, Writing Skills
Position Overview
The Public Information Officer will serve as a liaison between the organization and the public to maintain a positive image of the organization.
Compensation
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Include the following, but are not limited to:
- Acts as the organization's spokesperson and responds to members of the media promptly; composes, reviews, and/or distributes press releases.
- Promotes the organization's public image through interactions with business, industry, and local leaders.
- Collaborates with executive leadership to develop a public information strategy and guidelines for the organization.
- Schedules public events such as speaking engagements and facilities tours.
- Oversees external, public-facing communication and branding in various online and print platforms such as LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and industry magazines.
- Prepares and distributes public outreach mailings such as holiday cards, magazines,
brochures, newsletters, and similar efforts.
- Produces, reviews, and/or distributes print and video materials for public distribution.
- Develops and maintains positive professional relationships with members of the media and with local civic organizations.
- Assists executive leadership in developing presentations, speeches, and other important public messages.
- Schedules and plans for special events that are open to the public.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a proven ability to write in a journalistic style that is customary for external publications.
- Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Ability to offer sound media relations advice to senior leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to succeed in the position.
- Valid Oklahoma Drivers License.
- Preference given to a bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field.
Benefits Highlights
Cleveland County is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents. Our benefits include:
- Several health, dental, and vision options for both employees and employees + dependents.
- 14 paid Holidays, 15 days of Vacation, and 15 days of Sick Leave per year.
- Retirement Savings Plans.
About Cleveland County
Cleveland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.