Public Information Officer (Henry County, VA)

Henry County, VA; Virginia; On-site; USD 71,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

100% employer-paid health insurance

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous paid holidays and leave

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

Disability coverage (short- and long-)

Job summary

Henry County seeks a Public Information Officer to serve as the county and HCPSA’s public voice across traditional, digital, and social channels. You will create content, attend Board meetings, and draft speeches and proclamations to support branding and messaging.

The role requires strong writing and speaking skills, experience in PR and media, and comfort with cameras and video editing. A valid driver’s license is required. This is a full-time, on-site position in Virginia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, broadcasting, marketing, or related field.
• Considerable experience in PR, social media, content creation, marketing, TV or radio production, or web design.
• Strong writing and speaking skills, and comfort with cameras, video editing, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary media contact and public voice for the County and HCPSA across traditional, digital, and social channels.
• Create content: news stories, website updates, social media posts, and video.
• Attend regular meetings of the Board of Supervisors and Board of Directors.
• Write speeches, remarks, proclamations, and resolutions for elected and appointed officials.
• Collaborate with departments to organize and host public events and promotions that reinforce consistent branding and messaging.
• Advise Administration staff on communications strategy.
• Serve as the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) officer.
• Represent the County as its face in the community when leadership isn't available.

Skills

Strong writing

Public relations

Content creation

Social media

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Video editing

Job description

Public Information Officer (Henry County, VA)

Welcome to Henry County, Virginia. One of the keys to our success is hiring good employees. Our employees are dedicated, service oriented individuals working together to serve our community. If you are interested in joining our team, we welcome you to apply for employment opportunities with Henry County and Henry County Public Service Authority.

Location

Henry County Administration Building

Schedule

Full-time | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Salary Range

$71,349-$75,795

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary media contact and public voice for the County and HCPSA across traditional, digital, and social channels.
• Create content: news stories, website updates, social media posts, and video.
• Attend regular meetings of the Board of Supervisors and Board of Directors.
• Write speeches, remarks, proclamations, and resolutions for elected and appointed officials.
• Collaborate with departments to organize and host public events and promotions that reinforce consistent branding and messaging.
• Advise Administration staff on communications strategy.
• Serve as the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) officer.
• Represent the County as its face in the community when leadership isn't available.

What We’re Looking For

• A bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, broadcasting, marketing, or a related field. Comparable training or experience may be substituted.
• Considerable experience in PR, social media, content creation, marketing, TV or radio production, or web design.
• Strong writing and speaking skills, and comfort with cameras, video editing, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 100% employer-paid health insurance for employee
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Generous paid holidays and leave
• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability coverage

Equal Employment Opportunity

Henry County/Henry County PSA prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sex, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Personnel decisions are based on merit and the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Department

Administration
This is a full time position

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