Public Information Officer & Recruitment Specialist

Berkeley County (SC) Government; Moncks Corner (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Employee Wellness Program

Job summary

The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office is seeking a Public Information Officer to serve as the official spokesperson and oversee public communications, media relations, and community information initiatives. This role ensures timely, accurate dissemination of information while safeguarding investigations and personnel safety.

Responsibilities include media inquiries, press releases, and coordinating briefings, with emphasis on policy compliance, FOIA awareness, and on-call crisis communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent experience.
• Prior public information/media relations experience required.
• Valid South Carolina driver’s license with clean record.
• PIO training/certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary media contact for the Sheriff's Office.
• Prepare and disseminate press releases and statements.
• Coordinate press conferences and media briefings.
• Align messaging with policy, laws, and safety priorities.
• Manage Sheriff’s Office website and social media.
• Support recruitment and community outreach efforts.

Skills

Communication skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Under pressure communication

FOIA knowledge

Social media proficiency

CMS tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

PIO certification or FEMA/SLED training

Tools

CMS platforms

Graphic/video tools

Social media management tools

Job description

The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office is seeking a Public Information Officer to serve as the official spokesperson and oversee public communications, media relations, and community information initiatives. This role ensures timely, accurate dissemination of information while safeguarding investigations and personnel safety.

Responsibilities include media inquiries, press releases, and coordinating briefings, with emphasis on policy compliance, FOIA awareness, and on-call crisis communication.