San Bernardino, CA30+ days ago
Serve as a primary point of contact and spokesperson for media inquiries related to County Administrative Office and Board matters • Provide strategic communications counsel to executive leadership and elected officials • Lead and manage the Public Information Office, including oversight of staff engaged in public relations, communications, and information dissemination • Respond to and coordinate requests pursuant to the California Public Records Act (CPRA) related to County Administrative Office and Executive Office communications, working closely with County Counsel and County departments to ensure timely, accurate, and legally compliant disclosures • Develop and implement strategic communications plans aligned with County priorities and policy direction • Manage media relations, including press releases, briefings, interviews, and crisis communications • Write and review speeches, talking points, and official communications for government officials • Navigate politically sensitive issues with sound risk assessment and message discipline • Represent the County with professionalism, credibility, and composure in high-pressure situations. • Bachelors degree or higher in English, Journalism, Business or Public Administration, Marketing, Public Relations, Mass Communications, or Television/Broadcast Production from an accredited college or university • Professional experience managing or supporting crisis communication efforts • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Demonstrated ability to develop high-quality press releases and official communications quickly and under extreme deadlines • Experience working in breaking news situations involving sensitive and/or controversial media subjects • Demonstrated understanding of news media operations, including editorial decision-making and newsroom workflows.