Public Information Officer 3G na Prince George's County Government, MD
Prince George's County Government, MD · Landover, Estados Unidos Da América · Onsite
- Professional
- Escritório em Landover
About the Department
PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER
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Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.
The Prince George's County Government Office of Homeland Security is seeking qualified applicants to fill a Public Information Officer III position, grade G24, within its Office of the Director.
About the Position:
This is senior professional journalistic and media relations position involving the preparation, creation, and facilitation of communications with internal and external partners. The incumbent under the direction of the Director, will be responsible for creating and supporting agency branding, marketing, and advertising initiatives. Specific duties also include developing, coordinating, and disseminating public information materials that promote the agency’s mission, goals, and objectives. Furthermore, the incumbent will be responsible for content development, design, formatting, and graphics for the webpage, intranet, and social media platforms. This position will work in collaboration with other agency Public Information Officers on unified messaging in the event of emergencies and disasters, and is responsible for managing use of the County’s mass notification system. This position will report directly to the Director, OHS and is an essential public safety position.
About the Agency
The Office of Homeland Security (OHS) was developed as a result of legislation passed in 2003. This new agency incorporated critical emergency response entities that were previously part of other agencies. Public Safety Communications (PSC), which included all County 9-1-1, emergency dispatch and radio system support, had been part of the Office of Information Technology and Communications (OITC). The Emergency Management Division (EM) was within the Fire/EMS Department. EM and PSC were combined under the leadership of the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Public Safety/Director of Homeland Security, forming the Office of Homeland Security. The legislation and resulting changes to the Charter, spelled out the separate and distinct missions assigned to EM and PSC.
Position Duties
- Consults with agency staff to obtain information and ideas to incorporate into publications and/or the promotion of seasonal or special event Initiatives.
- Research and reviews printed, voice, and visual media sources for the purposes of extracting relevant information to be utilized as promotional materials.
- Develops themes and concepts that are consistent with the mission, goals and objectives of the Office of Homeland Security.
- Responds to requests for Information from print and broadcast media in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with guidelines.
- Research, organize, and drafts information in support of agency’s initiatives.
- Prepares press releases, publications, bulletins, pamphlets, and other materials pertaining services and events of public interest.
- Manages OHS’s website and related digital information platforms (internet and intranet).
- Attends meetings and participates on workgroups and committees related to Special Projects/Events on behalf of OHS.
- Prepares various documentation to include reports, briefings, presentations, surveys, and operational materials.
- Represents the agency to external departments, regional/federal intergovernmental workgroups.
- Maintains, coordinates, and operates assigned information and media systems utilized by OHS, such as the Employee Information Line, mass notification system, and Public Safety Channel.
- Compiles concise and accurate information when developing content for publication; obtains suggestions and guidelines for design and layout.
- Assists with the development and preparation of comments, speeches, presentations, and photography for use by OHS personnel.
- Creates external notification messages via email and text. Ensures that messages are free from spelling and grammatical errors.
- Supports and utilizes the Everbridge Mass Notification System to disseminate external and Internal messaging to appropriate audiences.
- Assists with the coordination, development, and operation of the Public Safety Channel. (Content, programming, editing, collaboration with other entities).
- Drafts, edits and posts scripts for media informational programming, social media sites, blogs, and websites.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications listed below to be eligible for additional consideration:
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations or related field.
- Three (3) years of professional experience in journalism, public relations, or closely related field.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- Experience working in government, public safety, or emergency management environment.
- Demonstrated experience in crisis communications, emergency notifications, or alert systems.
- Proven ability to manage and produce website and social media content for public-facing platforms
- Experience coordinating press conferences, media briefings and public outreach campaigns.
- Proficient with content management systems, social media management tools, and digital engagement analytics.
- Familiarity with graphic design software (Adobe, Canva, etc.)
- Proficient skill level in modern office equipment, computers and applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Pro, as well as other software applications for presentations.
- Excellent interpersonal, public speaking, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure, particular during emergencies or high-profile events.
Other Qualifications
Job Location: Landover, MD
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:
- Must successfully pass thorough preemployment checks which may include background investigation, reference checks, etc.
- Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. This is an ESSENTIAL public safety position. Essential employees are required to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
- Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
- Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, where applicable.
