Public Information Officer

JOB OPENING

CITY OF FARMINGTON

JOB POSITION #143 - PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1

DEPARTMENT: Police

WORK LOCATION: Police Administration

HIRING RANGE: $3,721.34 - $5,793.04/mo.

PAY CLASS: K Grade, Exempt

HOURS WORKED: Varied

DAYS WORKED: Varied

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED THROUGH: Until Filled

JOB DUTIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Reporting directly to the chief of police, the public information officer coordinates the department's community and media relations efforts and keeps the public apprised of significant events.

Establishes and maintains professional relationships with the media.

Serves as the department's first-line spokesperson and media liaison, directing news media to appropriate FPD personnel and assisting interviewees with talking points as needed. Coordinates and manages press conferences.

Prepares and/or coordinates production of department-related information in the form of press releases, fact sheets, white papers, articles, presentations, promotional flyers, infographics, videos and other materials necessary to support FPD's communication goals and activities. Distributes materials through various platforms (social media, website, radio, etc.) as appropriate to reach target audiences.

Assesses and designs strategies to maintain the department's positive image.

Answers day-today inquiries from local, regional and national media and from the general public.

Maintains the department's online presence: social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & YouTube), website, etc. This includes creating content that will continue to grow FPD's audience in an effort to effectively communicate with the public it serves.

Monitors and archives news media coverage of FPD.

Promotes the department's various programs, including but not limited to, Women Against Crime (WAC), Citizen's Police Academy, Victim Assistance Program, etc.

Schedules guests for monthly radio spots.

Serves as co-host for FPD's bi-monthly radio show, which includes planning topics and scheduling guests.

Writes scripts for radio announcements and promotional videos.

Coordinates, promotes and photographs community events involving the department. Assists other FPD divisions with their events.

Special projects as assigned.

Available on a 24/7 basis for emergency public information items. This can include requests for information to be posted to social media and significant event call-outs.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.

Maintains records, files, documents and archives.

May serve on various employee committees, as required and assigned.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position is subject to the City of Farmington's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy which includes: pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return to duty testing, and follow-up testing.

Valid New Mexico driver's license with acceptable driving record for the past three years.

Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other FPD personnel and the public.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in communication, public relations, marketing, journalism, political science, criminal justice or closely related field AND three years of specialized experience that has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position.

Substitution for education: A combination of related coursework as listed above and/or work experience, to include internships, which provided the same type, amount and level of knowledge acquired in the required education, may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the bachelor's degree.

Preferred candidates will have experience working within a law enforcement agency.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Knowledge of AP writing style.

Ability to write for a variety of mediums, including but not limited to, reports, press releases and on-line platforms.

Knowledge and experience in applying fundamental principles and best practices of public/media relations and communication.

Ability to manage crisis communications, including multiagency incidents.

Ability to work independently and within a team.

Available to take call on a 24/7 basis

Ability to manage multiple assignments while working under tight deadlines and prioritizing when crises arise.

Has a thorough understanding of various social media platforms, including analytics.

Ability to use a DSLR camera.

Familiar with photo editing software and applications such as, Photoshop, Canva, Pixlr or similar.

Has a basic understanding of copyright laws.

Ability to work under stress and handle stressful situations.

Ability to meet deadlines.

Ability to operate tools and equipment listed.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Calculator, phone, radio, fax and copy machine, computer (desk top and lap top) motor vehicles.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment is a normal office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet

We are an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.

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