Emergency Communications & Public Info Lead

Reeves County Emergency Services District Nos 1& 2; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Reeves County Emergency Services District Nos. 1 & 2 is seeking a Public Information Officer to manage public information, media relations, and strategic communications for RCESD1 and RCESD2.

The role leads digital communications and community engagement while serving as the district’s spokesperson when designated. You will coordinate posturing, press materials, and public notices, and advise leadership on messaging, while supporting emergency messaging during incidents and major events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public relations, or related area.
• Valid Texas Driver License or ability to obtain within six months; insurability to operate District vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communications, media relations, branding, digital communications, and community engagement strategies for RCESD1 and RCESD2.
• Serve as Public Information Officer and official spokesperson when designated by the Joint Emergency Services Chief.
• Advise executive leadership and Boards on public messaging, crisis communications, and community engagement.

Skills

Public relations

Media relations

Crisis communication

Public affairs

Community engagement

Public records act (PIA)

Microsoft 365

Digital photography

Video editing

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Reeves County Emergency Services District Nos. 1 & 2 is seeking a Public Information Officer to manage public information, media relations, and strategic communications for RCESD1 and RCESD2.

The role leads digital communications and community engagement while serving as the district’s spokesperson when designated. You will coordinate posturing, press materials, and public notices, and advise leadership on messaging, while supporting emergency messaging during incidents and major events.