Public Information Officer

The Human Services Agency is currently seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of Public Information Officer .

For a detailed description of this opportunity and instructions on how to apply, please view the Online Brochure .

If you are interested in learning more about this vital role that blends strategic communications, media relations, and public service, we invite you to join us on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM PST for a live informational session.

During this LinkedIn Live event, you’ll hear directly from Claire Cunningham, Director of the Human Services Agency, about the responsibilities of the Public Information Officer, how the role supports the Agency’s mission, and what the County is looking for in qualified candidates. You will also learn about the recruitment and selection process. If you are looking to use your communication skills to make a meaningful impact in the community, this is a great opportunity to learn more and get your questions answered.

Register here .

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help, or term position prior to the final filing date will receive five (5) points added to their final passing score on this examination.

Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questions. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form . Based solely on the information provided in the application materials, an application screening committee will select those applicants whose education, training and experience most closely matches the needs of the department. Those selected will be invited to a panel board examination (weight: 100%) which may include the evaluation of a written and or performance exercise given immediately preceding the interview. Selected applicants will be notified of the date, time and place of the tests.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the " Apply" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight (unless otherwise stated) on the final filing date.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Monday, May 12, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. PST

Tentative Application Screening: Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Tentative Combined Panel Interview: Thursday, May 22, 2025

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