Public Information Officer



Job Details

Public Information Officer

This listing closes on 9/5/2025 at 5:00 PM Central Time (US & Canada).

Employer

City of Missouri City

Salary

$67,916.00 - $93,204.00 Annually

Location

Missouri City, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

06052025

Department

Communications

Opening Date

06/05/2025

Closing Date

9/5/2025 at 5:00 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Definition

Missouri City is seeking a dynamic and experienced Public Information Officer (PIO) to join our communications team. This individual will play a crucial role in managing the city’s public narrative, serving as the primary liaison between the city and the media, and promoting our initiatives, programs, and services to the community. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a passion for storytelling and a commitment to transparency and community engagement. Reporting relationship: Chief Information & Communications Officer.

Examples of Work

  • Serves as the primary point of contact for all media inquiries, ensuring timely responses and fostering strong relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets;
  • Proactively pitch story ideas and press releases to media to secure coverage of city initiatives and events;
  • Identifies, researches, and develops compelling narratives that highlight the accomplishments, initiatives, and events of Missouri City;
  • Crafts and distributes press releases, articles, and other communication materials that align with the city’s mission and goals;
  • Assists in developing and implementing crisis communication strategies to manage and mitigate potential issues, ensuring the city’s message is clear, accurate, and timely;
  • Acts as a spokesperson during emergencies or sensitive situations, coordinating information flow between city leadership and the public;
  • Collaborates with city departments and community organizations to ensure consistent messaging and effective communication with residents;
  • Assists in the development of the city’s public relations strategy, including setting performance metrics to measure success and impact;
  • Supports internal communications to ensure all city employees are informed and aligned with the city’s messaging, initiatives, and goals;
  • Tracks media coverage and public sentiment through various monitoring tools, preparing periodic reports for city leadership to assess the effectiveness of communication strategies;
  • Analyzes trends in media coverage and public perception to inform future communication efforts;
  • Establishes and maintains a current media contact list; serves as a contact point to the media and public; provides pertinent information to the community and media;  
  • Utilizes broadcast media and internet to develop and maintain news releases for media contacts and for publication to the City’s website; 
  • Develops a plan of action to facilitate information flow throughout the organization so pertinent information is dispersed in a timely manner;
  • Performs other related duties as assigned;
  • Subject to 24-hour recall and Emergency Operations recall.

Education, Experience, or Certification

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field. 
  • Three (3) years of experience in public relations, communications, or media relations, preferably in a governmental or public sector environment. 
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills. 
  • Strong understanding of media relations, crisis communication, and strategic messaging. 
  • Proficiency in social media platforms and digital communication tools, including analytics and monitoring software.

Supplemental Information

The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITSThe City of Missouri City is located less than 30 miles from Downtown Houston and is a great place to live, work, and play. Working for the City offers dual rewards: giving back to the community and making a difference in the lives of residents. With over 300 full-time employees, the City is committed to effective, efficient, and responsive service. We value our employees as our most important resource and offer one of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefit packages in Texas.


BENEFITSMedical Plans (Three Options)
  1. UnitedHealthcare - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)

    • Plan Type: High Deductible Medical Health Plan

    • Provider: UnitedHealthcare

    • Deductibles:

      • Single: $2,000 annually

      • Family: $4,000 annually

    • Out-of-Pocket Maximums:

      • Single: $4,000 annually

      • Family: $8,000 annually

    • Additional Details:

      • Employee pays dependent premiums

      • Contact HR/OD for a benefits summary, rates, and more details

    • Health Savings Account (HSA)
    • Provider: H.S.A. Bank

    • Features:

      • Use for qualified medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical expenses

      • Contribution Limits:

        • Employee only: $4,300 (IRS Limit)

        • Employee & Family: $8,550 (IRS Limit)

        • Catch-up (age 55+): $1,000

      • City Contributions:

        • Employee only: $1,250

        • Employee & Family: $2,250

      • Unused balances roll over and the account belongs to the employee

  2. PPO Plan

    • Provider: UnitedHealthcare

    • Deductibles:

      • Single: $1,000 annually

      • Family: $2,000 annually

    • Out-of-Pocket Maximums:

      • Single: $3,000 annually

      • Family: $6,000 annually

    • Prescription Drug Co-pays:

      • Generic: $10

      • Preferred: $40

      • Non-Preferred: $80

  3. HMO Plan

    • Provider: UnitedHealthcare

    • Deductibles:

      • Single: $1,000 annually

      • Family: $2,000 annually

    • Out-of-Pocket Maximums:

      • Single: $4,000 annually

      • Family: $8,000 annually

    • Prescription Drug Co-pays:

      • Generic: $10

      • Preferred: $45

      • Non-Preferred: $80


Dental Plans (Two Options)
  1. DHMO Plan

    • Provider: UnitedHealthcare

    • Features:

      • No deductible

      • No annual maximum

      • Member co-pay depends on the procedure

  2. PPO Plan

    • Provider: UnitedHealthcare

    • Features:

      • $1,500 per person annual maximum

      • $1,000 orthodontic lifetime maximum


Vision
  • Provider: UnitedHealthcare

  • Features:

    • No deductible


Life Insurance
  • Provider: Ochs Securian Financial

  • Coverage:

    • $50,000 Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (Paid by the City)

    • $10,000 Group Term Life for Spouse (Paid by the City)

    • Supplemental Life Insurance: Up to $500,000


Flexible Spending Account
  • Provider: Flores

  • Features:

    • Pre-tax Medical Spending Account

    • Pre-tax Dependent Care Account


Supplemental Insurance Policies
  • Provider: Aflac

    • Accident

    • Cancer

    • Heart/Stroke

    • Intensive Care

    • Short-Term Disability

    • Life Insurance


Retirement Benefits

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)

Optional Deferred Compensation

  • 457 Plan and ROTH-457B available through MissionSquare


Other Benefits

Holidays

  • 13 paid holidays per calendar year:

    • New Year’s Day

    • Martin Luther King Jr. Day

    • Good Friday

    • Memorial Day

    • Juneteenth

    • Independence Day

    • Labor Day

    • Veterans Day

    • Thanksgiving Day

    • Friday after Thanksgiving Day

    • Christmas Eve

    • Christmas Day

    • One additional floating holiday for regular, full-time employees

Vacation

  • Earned based on years of service:

    • 0-5 years: 14 days

    • 6 years: 15 days

    • 7 years: 16 days

    • 8 years: 17 days

    • 9 years: 18 days

    • 10-14 years: 19 days

    • 15 years or more: 20 days

  • Employees working a 24-hour shift, including sleeping time, will have each shift counted as two 12-hour days.

Sick Leave

  • 6 days per calendar year with unlimited accrual.

Educational Reimbursement

  • With prior approval of the employee's supervisor and Department Director, the City may reimburse up to 100 % of the cost of tuition, books, lab fees, etc. for work-related courses or degree plans associated with the employee's current responsibilities or workshops/seminars and professional training sessions.  This is based on the successful completion of required course(s) with a passing grade of C or better.  The maximum reimbursement is $3000 per Fiscal Year. 
    Contact the City's HR/OD Department for benefits summary, rates and additional details... 

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Provider: Alliance Work Partners

  • 8 free counseling visits per family member, per issue, per year.

Wellness Program

  • Free/reduced health screenings, health fairs, and free memberships to the Tennis & Recreation Center.

Fun Benefits

  • Annual events like the Employee Thanksgiving Luncheon, Christmas Holiday Party, and Public Service Recognition Week.

01
What is the highest level of education that you have achieved?
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
02
Do you have at least three (3) years of experience in public relations, communications, or a similar field?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Do you have municipal government experience?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Are you available to work nights and weekends?
  • Yes
  • No
05
Do you possess a valid Texas Driver's License with a clear driving record or have the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire?
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
City of Missouri City
Phone
(281) 403-8500
Website
http://missouricitytx.gov
Address
1522 Texas Parkway

Missouri City, Texas, 77489

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