Job Opportunity

Public Information Officer
Sonoma County

Date Posted:

July 6, 2017

Salary:

$91,854.15-$111,660.92/Annually

Description:

The County of Sonoma County Administrator’s Office seeks an experienced public relations professional with the knowledge, talent, and passion to become their next Public Information Officer. This position develops, plans, implements, and supervises Countywide public information/relations, education activities, and program activities. Collaborating with staff, department heads, various agencies, and the Board of Supervisors, the PIO assists in the development and implementation of a strategic plan for media, informational, and educational programs related to the County, and various program goals.

Additionally, this position is responsible for:

• Researching, writing, and editing staff reports, presentations, news releases, public relations articles,
pamphlets, bulletins, and educational materials
• Establishing and maintaining working relationships with news media, community groups, elected officials,
schools, and other governmental agencies
• Supervising the development and delivery of educational programs or educational components of County
initiatives in schools, fairs, and other community locations
• Planning and conducting workshops, public hearings, and study sessions on assigned public projects
• Coordinating, structuring, and facilitating public information meetings, citizen participation groups, and public
hearings
• Planning and developing an events calendar for scheduling appearances and advertising campaigns for special
Countywide related events
• Supporting the County’s outreach goals by serving on committees and task forces, as well as with local, state,
and national agencies
• Evaluating and resolving highly sensitive, difficult, and complex problems

Qualifications:

For further information, including benefits and the selection details, please visit: www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org. EOE Apply by 7/24/17!

How to Apply:

Please visit: www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org. EOE Apply by 7/24/17!

Filing Deadline:

07/24/2017

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