Public Information & Communications Lead (Public Safety)

odessatx; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Odessa seeks a Director of Communications to plan, coordinate, and direct the City’s communications, marketing, and public information programs, with emphasis on maintaining accurate information about City services and public safety agencies. The role works across departments and serves as the public information coordinator during emergencies.

Responsibilities include developing messaging, coordinating media interactions, supervising publications, and ensuring confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing or related field and five years of relevant experience.
• Public sector experience is preferred and an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Communications in developing and executing marketing, communications and public relations programs for the City.
• Manage internal and external communications, publications, media relations and supportive client acquisition efforts.

Skills

Strategic communications

Media relations

Public information

Crisis communication

Public speaking

Education

Associate degree in Communications/Journalism/Public Relations/Marketing

Tools

CMS

Video editing software

Job description

City of Odessa seeks a Director of Communications to plan, coordinate, and direct the City’s communications, marketing, and public information programs, with emphasis on maintaining accurate information about City services and public safety agencies. The role works across departments and serves as the public information coordinator during emergencies.

Responsibilities include developing messaging, coordinating media interactions, supervising publications, and ensuring confidentiality.