Public Information Specialist & Records Liaison

The City of Fort Worth; Weatherford (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 Paid Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Pension Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The City of Fort Worth is seeking a Public Information Specialist to support the Transportation and Public Works Department in timely, accurate processing of public information requests under the Texas Public Information Act. The role liaises with multiple city divisions and departments to ensure compliance and quality results.

Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple requests and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Associate’s degree; two years of related experience in records/public information; valid Texas driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate public information requests from receipt through completion; assign to staff; monitor and track progress.
• Review, organize, and ensure compliance with the Texas Public Information Act; include redaction as needed.
• Coordinate with TPW divisions, City departments, City Secretary’s Office, Legal Department, and requestors.
• Prepare affidavits and respond to questions; assist external parties as required.
• Support process improvements using request management and records systems.
• Travel to TPW or City locations to locate or retrieve records as needed.

Skills

Public information requests knowledge

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s degree

Job description

The City of Fort Worth is seeking a Public Information Specialist to support the Transportation and Public Works Department in timely, accurate processing of public information requests under the Texas Public Information Act. The role liaises with multiple city divisions and departments to ensure compliance and quality results.

Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple requests and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.