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Public Information Officer - Sheriff's Office

Cleveland County

Norman, OK

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
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
LOCATION
Norman, OK
POSTED
10 days ago
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
  • $80,000.00

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 Driver's 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.
 

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