Public Information Officer (PIO): Independent Contractor

Hagerty Consulting Inc; Town of Texas (WI); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Hagerty Consulting Inc is seeking a Public Information Officer (PIO) as an Independent Contractor. This position involves supporting government agencies during disaster missions, executing communication strategies, and managing stakeholder engagement. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in communications and emergency management, are able to deploy on short notice, and handle dynamic crisis situations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Communications, Public Relations, or Government Relations.
• 3+ years in emergency management or related fields preferred.
• Experience in Emergency Operations Center or Incident Management Team is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive communication strategies for clients.
• Provide strategic counsel in emergency management.
• Craft and deliver content for various communication channels.

Skills

Crisis communications

Reputation management

Content creation

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

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Public Information Officer (PIO): Independent Contractor

Hagerty Consulting, Inc. (Hagerty) is the nation's leading emergency management and homeland security consulting firm. Known for its public spirit, innovative thinking, problem-solving, and exceptional people, Hagerty is sought after to work on some of the largest and most complex crisis and emergency management issues. We serve our clients across the nation to enhance their preparedness programs; create more resilient and sustainable communities; provide innovative solutions to enhance their response; and obtain and manage grants and loans to support their recovery.

Position Summary:

Public Information Officers (PIO): Independent Contractor will function as a member of our Response Cadre and will support state and local government agencies during active disaster missions. This team of on-call professionals may deploy to Emergency Operations Center (EOC) sites and/or field environments to advise clients on managing their response to natural disasters and other crisis events. Assignments will last a minimum of 30 days and require deployment within 24 to 72 hours' notice of activation.

Public Information Officers (PIO): Independent Contractor candidates will be considered for placement on a roster of professionals available for contract-based deployments.

Please note: As these are not full-time staff positions, candidates seeking immediate and/or long-term employment are encouraged to review Hagerty’s other open job postings.

Responsibilities for the Public Information Officer (PIO): Independent Contractor Include:

· Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies that align with client objectives, including crisis communications, reputation management, and proactive messaging in sensitive and dynamic situations.

· Provide strategic counsel to help clients navigate complex challenges in emergency management.

· Craft and deliver compelling content for a variety of communication channels, including press releases, speeches, presentations, website content, social media, and newsletters, tailoring messaging for specific client needs and audiences.

· Monitor and analyze communication effectiveness, providing data-driven insights to refine strategies and optimize impact.

· Facilitate and manage high-level stakeholder engagement by managing communications between clients and key stakeholders, including government agencies, community groups, and the media.

· Support the successful completion of our client’s incident objectives and coordinate with various partner agencies and Emergency Support Functions (ESFs).

Qualifications for Public Information Officer (PIO): Independent Contractor Include:

· At least five (5) years of experience in Communications, Public Relations, Government Relations, and / or a related field.

· At least three (3) years of professional experience in emergency management or a related field, such as prior experience in an Emergency Operations Center (EOC), on an Incident Management Team (IMT), Planning Section, or similar preferred.

· A bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.

· Proven knowledge in developing and executing strategic communications plans, including intergovernmental affairs, preferably within the emergency management field.

· Willing and able to be on-call for travel within 24 to 72 hours of notice and to remain deployed for at least 30 days anywhere in the United States.

· The ability to work 12-hour shifts as needed based on the client’s operational tempo.

Compensation for the Public Information Officer (PIO): Independent Contractor Includes:

· Hourly range of $35-$75. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and training, licensure and certifications, internal equity, location, travel requirements, and other business and organizational needs.

Hagerty Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity/national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status, characteristic or condition protected by local, state, or federal law. We promote equal opportunity in all our employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.