ISP Public Information Officer

Description

Idaho State Police -Public Information Officer

Example Of Duties

• Oversee and enhance ISP’s social media presence by managing content calendars and driving audience growth across platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn YouTube, and Twitter
• Maintain public relations standards, goals, priorities, and operational plans, policies, and procedures of the Idaho State Police (ISP)
• Manage internal and external communication channels to include the design and content development of ISP’s internet, agency materials, and branding guidelines
• Create photography and videography content that captures ISP personnel to enhance the agencies perception and promote recruitment
• Advise Command and Executive Staff members on public information, crisis management, community relations strategies, and media presentations
• Develop communications strategies to address critical issues, public education campaigns, safety standards, and traffic incidents
• Manage news media interests through News Releases, press conferences, briefings, interviews, media appearances, correspondence, reports, and professional relationships
• Write and edit material for distribution to the public and new organizations
• Serve as a media spokesperson for ISP. Arrange and advise Uniformed and Professional Staff for on- camera media appearances
• Handle crisis communications involving unforeseen circumstances requiring research, writing, editing, and public speaking
• Create brochures, publications, correspondence, and materials with accuracy, clarity, and in compliance with ISP standards and policies
• Positively represent ISP in interagency efforts and public-private partnerships requiring public information and education
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Familiarity with:

• media relations and public information sharing, preferably in a law enforcement or government setting
• drafting press releases, speeches, and public statements, as well as coordinating media interviews and press conferences
  
  

Extensive Knowledge Of

• digital media content with a strong emphasis in managing social media platforms
• crisis communication strategies and best practices
• audiovisual production, to include proficiency in video production, still photography, graphic design, and creation of digital assets
• developing and making oral presentations to groups
  
  

Experience

• Advanced knowledge and use of social media strategies and techniques
• Proficiency in multimedia content creation, including photography, videography, and graphic design for digital platforms
• Creation, editing, and producing high-quality informational materials for mass distribution and specialized audiences, utilizing electronic word processing and digital tools
• Delivering timely and effective communication to specialized audiences in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, including during emergencies or critical incidents
• Performing and tracking multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational and project management skills to meet tight deadlines and shifting priorities.
  
  

Benefits

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EEO/ADA/Veteran

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or emailada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.