Public Relations Advisor to the Police Chief (Vacancy) in Bayern bei City of Columbus

Definition

Under general direction, is responsible for advising the Police Chief on matters relating to media and public relations for the Division of Police; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Directs the activities of the public relations office within the Police Division;

Supervises professional staff engaged in the development and dissemination of informational and educational materials for the public and news media;

Provides direction and oversight to staff regarding responses to media inquiries and press releases on matters of public interest and concern relating to the Police Division;

Develops and coordinates the implementation of communication strategies designed to keep the public informed, build community trust, and promote a positive public image;

Prepares speeches, acknowledgements, and oral presentations for and to be delivered by the Police Chief;

Serves as a strategic advisor on public relations issues and policy development on such topics as media contact, public notifications, responses to community concerns, solicitation of public input, and talking points;

Oversees and coordinates the development and usage of social media sites to disseminate timely information directly to citizens;

Serves as a liaison to area commissions, neighborhood associations, special interest groups, and business organizations impacted by the Police Division.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of professional experience in media, journalism, marketing, or public relations. Substitution(s): A master’s degree may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment#: 23-3108-V1
Employment Type: Full-Time Regular

If you have further Inquiries, please contact:

Sabah Al
Human Resources- Public Safety
77 N. Front Street, 5th Floor
Columbus, Ohio 43215
E: saal@columbuspolice.org
P: 614-645-4660

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.