Strategic Public Information & Communications Lead

Butte County, CA; Oroville (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Butte County is seeking a Communications and Public Information Officer to lead countywide strategic communications. You will advise leadership, manage media relations, and shape messaging for public programs and events.

The role requires drafting materials, directing content for websites and social media, and providing guidance during emergencies and disasters. Strong writing and presentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, journalism, marketing, communications, or related field.
• Four+ years of experience in public communications, public relations, or communications strategy, preferably in public agency.
• Experience advising leadership and coordinating communications during emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of countywide communications and public information programs.
• Advise County leadership on media relations and messaging strategies.
• Prepare and distribute newsletters, press releases, speeches, and reports.

Skills

Media relations

Crisis communications

Strategic communications

Public speaking

Content creation

News releases

Emergency communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Communications, Journalism

Tools

Graphic design tools

Social media platforms

CMS platforms

Job description

Butte County is seeking a Communications and Public Information Officer to lead countywide strategic communications. You will advise leadership, manage media relations, and shape messaging for public programs and events.

The role requires drafting materials, directing content for websites and social media, and providing guidance during emergencies and disasters. Strong writing and presentation skills are essential.