Public Information Officer (PIO)

The Dougherty County Administration Department is hiring for a Public Information Officer (PIO). The purpose of this position is to disseminate public information through various media outlets on behalf of the Dougherty County Board of Commissioners. This class works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports. Essential Tasks: • Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals. • Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed. • Provides professional/technical guidance and advice regarding public information policy development, manner in which to handle sensitive and/or confidential information, etc. • Maintains a direct working relationship with the County Administrator’s staff. • Develops and maintains a system of processing information, which ensures the confidentiality of such information until it is time for public release. • Develops, coordinates, and implements public relations programs covering all phases of the County services. • Researches, gathers, and reviews data for use in the preparation of media releases and public informational and educational materials. • Writes media releases and prepares information for the County’s website. • Social Media management. • Prepares remarks for the County Commissioners and Administrator as needed. • Attends meetings and serves on various committees for the purpose of furnishing information and promoting programs and services. • Maintains liaison with members of the press (i.e., newspaper, radio, and television) and citizens. • Assists with events planning, promotion, and implementation. • Performs related work as assigned. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: • Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Mass Communications, Public Relations or related major. • Six (6) years of experience in public relations, journalism or related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Physical Demands: Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. • Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. • None Special Certifications And Licenses: • None Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance: Dougherty County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Essential Safety Functions: It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses. Supplemental Information: Application Deadline: Beginning Friday, March 21, 2025 through Friday, March 28, 2025. SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT MUST PASS A DRUG AND/OR ALCOHOL SCREENING AND PASS BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION. DOUGHERTY COUNTY HAS A NO SMOKING IN THE WORKPLACE POLICY IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE GEORGIA SMOKE FREE AIR ACT OF 2005. DOUGHERTY COUNTY PROVIDES REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. E Q U A L O P P O R T U N I T Y E M P L O Y E R Don’t forget to “Like” us on Facebook @ Dougherty County Commission Human Resources

Salary : $67,025