Fire Rescue Public Information Lead

Alachua County; Gainesville (FL); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Alachua County Fire Rescue is seeking a Public Information Officer to develop and execute communications that inform the media, public, partners, and county staff about Fire Rescue operations, emergencies, and preparedness initiatives.

The role serves as an official spokesperson, coordinating media relations, public education campaigns, and crisis messaging while maintaining public trust and confidence during emergencies and non-emergency events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or journalism with 3 years media experience.
• Valid Florida driver's license; MVR review per policy.
• Background checks required pre-hire and ongoing.
• PIO training and APR or equivalent credentials; FAA Part 107 within 12 months.
• Spokesperson for Fire Rescue; develops strategic comm plans and engages with media.
• Emergency essential position; work during disasters and emergencies.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement communication strategies for media, public, partners, and staff.
• Serve as Fire Rescue spokesperson for emergencies and public events.
• Coordinate media inquiries, interviews, press conferences, and briefings.
• Prepare press releases, advisories, and public safety messaging.
• Maintain relationships with local, state, and federal agencies.
• Stay current with NIMS/ICS and Joint Information Center practices.
• Provide talking points and media training to leadership.
• Work extended hours and during activations as required.

Connaissances

Media relations

Crisis communications

Public information

Oral and written comms

NIMS/ICS knowledge

Emergency management

Digital tools

Public administration

Ethics & transparency

Public speaking

Formation

Bachelors in comms/PR/journalism

Description du poste

Alachua County Fire Rescue is seeking a Public Information Officer to develop and execute communications that inform the media, public, partners, and county staff about Fire Rescue operations, emergencies, and preparedness initiatives.

The role serves as an official spokesperson, coordinating media relations, public education campaigns, and crisis messaging while maintaining public trust and confidence during emergencies and non-emergency events.