Supreme Court Communications Strategist

Judicial Branch of California; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision benefits

14 paid holidays

CalPERS Retirement Plan

401(k) and 457 plans

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

The Judicial Council of California seeks a Supreme Court Public Information Officer to advise the Chief Justice and the Supreme Court on communications and to act as their spokesperson. The role liaises with media, the public, and justice partners, and shapes news and information across channels.

The SCPIO designs communications strategies, ensures policy-aligned messaging, and answers inquiries on behalf of the Chief Justice and Supreme Court.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related field with five years of media-relations experience.
• Experience with a public sector organization or government agency preferred.
• Master's degree with relevant program management experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Provide communications counsel, programs, and services to the Chief Justice and the Supreme Court.
• Serve as spokesperson and liaison between media, the public, justice system partners, and stakeholders.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate communications strategies and channels.
• Respond to queries and ensure consistent messaging on behalf of the Chief Justice and Supreme Court.

Skills

Media relations

Public communications

Stakeholder liaison

Spokesperson skills

Written & verbal comms

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications/public relations

5 years media-relations experience

Master's degree in related field

Job description

The Judicial Council of California seeks a Supreme Court Public Information Officer to advise the Chief Justice and the Supreme Court on communications and to act as their spokesperson. The role liaises with media, the public, and justice partners, and shapes news and information across channels.

The SCPIO designs communications strategies, ensures policy-aligned messaging, and answers inquiries on behalf of the Chief Justice and Supreme Court.