Public Information & Fire Safety Educator

Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue; Monroe (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue seeks a Public Information & Education Officer (PIEO) to shape how we communicate, educate, and connect with the community we serve. This role blends emergency information, media relations, public education, and multimedia storytelling to promote fire and life safety.

The PIEO supports the Fire Chief and executive staff, manages branding, and coordinates district communications and events with external partners and media outlets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a communications-related field.
• Experience in marketing, public relations, journalism, or communications.
• Ability to manage public information programs and media relations.

Responsibilities

• Act as the District’s Public Information Officer for external and emergency communications.
• Develop, coordinate, and administer public information and public education programs.
• Coordinate and review District marketing materials and media content.
• Build relationships with media, community organizations, and external agencies.

Skills

Public relations

Media relations

Written communication

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations / Journalism / Communication / Education or related field

Job description

Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue seeks a Public Information & Education Officer (PIEO) to shape how we communicate, educate, and connect with the community we serve. This role blends emergency information, media relations, public education, and multimedia storytelling to promote fire and life safety.

The PIEO supports the Fire Chief and executive staff, manages branding, and coordinates district communications and events with external partners and media outlets.