Strategic Public Information Lead & Media Relations

Collin County; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

200% retirement match with employee 7%

100% tuition reimbursement

affordable medical, dental, and vision

10 paid holidays annually

24 days of PTO in your first year with

rollover from year-to-year

county-provided life insurance

short-term disability

long-term disability

other optional participation benefits

Job summary

Collin County is seeking a Public Information Officer to coordinate public relations activities and provide current information to County employees, citizens and area media. The role serves as spokesperson for the Commissioners’ Court when assigned and supports public information policies.

The incumbent will plan, write and edit news releases, newsletters, brochures, speeches and other materials, and coordinate press conferences, public meetings and special media events for the County.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum five years in PR/journalism/communications/marketing or related field.
• Intermediate computer skills and a Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate public information and media relations for the County.
• Plan, write and edit news releases, newsletters, and informational materials.
• Coordinate press conferences, public meetings, and special media events.
• Serve as spokesperson for the Commissioners’ Court when assigned.
• Arrange facility tours and other outreach activities.

Skills

Public relations

Media relations

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Collin County is seeking a Public Information Officer to coordinate public relations activities and provide current information to County employees, citizens and area media. The role serves as spokesperson for the Commissioners’ Court when assigned and supports public information policies.

The incumbent will plan, write and edit news releases, newsletters, brochures, speeches and other materials, and coordinate press conferences, public meetings and special media events for the County.