Employment: Public Information Manager – Portland OR

The City of Portland’s Bureau of Development Services is seeking a Public Information Manager to oversee communications and outreach functions for the bureau. This position will work closely with the bureau’s senior management team, assigned staff, bureau employees and the community to develop appropriate and consistent messaging in accordance with the bureau strategic plan, equity plan and regulatory requirements to promote the bureau’s mission of safety, livability and economic vitality through the efficient and collaborative application of building, development and property maintenance codes.

For questions about this position and the qualifications, contact Cydney Khan at Cydney.Khan@portlandoregon.gov or 503-823-3555.

Visit the agency website: www.portlandoregon.gov/bds/

Employment at this agency can be found at governmentjobs.com. However, at the time of this posting, this position is not listed.

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Employment: Public Information – St. Charles Parish, LA

Public Information Specialist

Needed for local government for the Public Information Office to serve as parish’s relief spokesperson to the national and local media and will help develop and disseminate new releases and blogs and organize press events. Work involves assisting the Public Information Officer with media relations in his absence; is involved in journalistic and promotional writing, desktop publishing, presentation preparation, training website users across departments on best management practices of the content management system and working with printers and other agencies. Must be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite to coordinate the graphics identity of the parish under the general direction of the Public Information Officer. Under general supervision, performs specialized skilled clerical and computer duties in support of the Public Information Office.

Minimum Training and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication or a related field and 2 to 5 years of previous experience. Any equivalent combination of experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of general clerical procedures and business writing.
  • Skill in operating a variety of office and media equipment, including a working knowledge of video editing and professional desktop publishing software.
  • Ability to research and compile a variety of information.
  • Ability to write and edit information to apply correct grammar and spelling, including general knowledge of AP Style and media writing formats.
  • •Ability to meet deadlines and follow specified guidelines.
  • •Ability to assist with visually based projects for web, television, events planning and video production using knowledge of basic visual design.

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Excellent benefits including health insurance and retirement.
Full Time
Salary will begin at $1,479.46 bi-weekly with a range to $2,531.27 bi-weekly.
Posted Date: June 21, 2016 8:30 a.m.
Deadline to Apply: June 29, 2016 4:00 p.m.

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Employment Opportunity: Deputy Director External Affairs, VA

image for Virginia.gov logoThe Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM) is recruiting qualified applicants for a Deputy Director of External Affairs.

The selected applicant will support the External Affairs Director in executing the office’s objectives and support the agency’s mission by helping to protect the lives and property of citizens from disasters through the use of multiple communications platforms, educational outreach and training initiatives.

The Deputy Director of External Affairs will lead statewide all-hazards public awareness and educational programs; serve as the agency’s spokesperson; coordinate Intergovernmental Affairs efforts; and deliver public information and Joint Information Center training.

Please submit an updated State application online at Virginia Jobs.
Hiring range: $41,778 – $91,986.
Job close date: July 17, 2015.

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Employment: Public Information Manager – Philadelphia

The Managing Director’s Office of Emergency Management (MDO-OEM) is seeking a Public Information Program Manager to support the External Affairs division of the organization. Candidates for this position should possess a strong desire to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, professional public safety environment, and a willingness to serve the public in the sixth largest city in the nation. The successful candidate for this position will assist with the development, strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of an integrated preparedness program to support the preparedness for and response to emergency incidents in Philadelphia.

All personnel must be City residents within six months of hire and are required to serve periodically on on-call field response teams. MDO-OEM staff also periodically work during non-business hours for extended periods of time, as needed in a field environment, and during activations of Philadelphia’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample (showing your ability to write a plan, policy or report-style document) to:

Joan Przybylowicz, Deputy Director for External Affairs
Managing Director’s Office of Emergency Management
Email: joan.przybylowicz@phila.gov

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Employment Opportunity: Fire PIO Madison, Wisconsin

OPENING DATE: 12/16/14
CLOSING DATE: 01/11/15 11:59 PM

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This is responsible professional public relations work in developing and implementing a comprehensive Public Information Program on behalf of the Madison Fire Department. This position coordinates all media relations, and prepares and disseminates appropriate public information regarding departmental activities, events and operations (e.g., structure fires, vehicle accidents, statistics, safety precautions, public safety notices, etc.) to both respond to the public interest and promote departmental objectives. This position serves as the primary spokesperson for the Fire Chief and Fire Department.

The full position description and details for application can be found at governmentjobs.com

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