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**Description**

Job Title:** PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER RILEY COUNTY
Department:** County Clerk Division: Admin
Reports To:** County Clerk
Pay Range:** AA Status: Full Time
FLSA Status:** Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:**The Public Information Officer (PIO)is responsible

for coordinating and managing various public affairs programs across

Riley County departments and services, including informational and

educational communication for the County. This includes public

relations, media relations, crisis communication, county-wide branding

and education, and communication with County elected officials and

employees. The PIO is responsible to lead a cohesive effort that conveys

a consistent message in support of the mission, strategic goals and

objectives of Riley County.

Essential Functions

Initiate and oversee the establishment of county-wide strategies, plans

and programs designed to ensure all communication and public relations

efforts are cohesive, consistent and effective in support of the mission

and goals of Riley County.

Provide and coordinate communication activities on a broad range of

programs, services, issues, and policies, including the day-to-day

operations of the county.

Provide direct and proactive advice, consultation and assistance to

County Commissioners, officials, and employees. Interact with media

representatives and the general public.

Maintain strong relationships with commissioners, elected officials,

departments, media representatives, peer agencies and members of the

community to ensure relevant and timely messages are being

communicated.

Lead day-to-day communications activities, i.e., social media

content, web site content management and training assistance, print

and digital resources, newsletters, news releases, county event

advertising, reports and other county promotional programs and

materials.

Manage content, update information and provide communication

regarding Riley Countys website, including specific departmental

pages and employee recruiting, county branding and communication

using the website.

Collaborate with Department Heads and county staff to create

engaging, shareable content and build online engagement/presence.

Assure quality and appropriateness of county communication programs

and initiatives.

Design and develop content and manage the Countys web and social

media pages including statistical reporting and

retention/disposition of electronic records.

Operate high end computer software, desktop publishing software,

Microsoft Office Suites, Microsoft Office Suites, Adobe Creative

Suite, web design and web maintenance software.

Develop communications strategies and craft community engagement for

the County. Write, produce, and appropriately distribute

communications materials. Fundamental knowledge of and documented

past relevant training and work experience in media relations

practices.

Serve as designated spokesperson for Riley County, responding to

media inquiries, overseeing the development and issuance of media

releases, and communication activities.

Work in residence within departments during emergency events or

planned projects and events.

Manage multiple projects requiring a high level of initiative to

meet deadlines and use independent judgment.

Film and edit video and participate in live video broadcasts.
Produce high-quality graphics and images for digital and print

media.

Performs all other job-related duties as assigned.

Secondary Functions

Actively participate/network in the Flint Hills PIO Group.
Provide data on system usage and evaluate effectiveness of

communication strategies.

Develop community branding/engagement campaigns around special

projects/ballot initiatives.

Exhibit creativity and sound judgment in all actions and when

working with internal/external customers. Strive to consistently

improve the quality of image and reputation of the County via

various communication outlets.

Serve as a county liaison to emergency planning and response

agencies. This includes working with emergency management personnel,

city safety officers, and regional Emergency Operation Centers

(EOCs) to develop and improve employee preparedness and

communication in advance of and during emergency situations

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