Assistant Public Information Officer - Preventative health

Bexar County - San Antonio, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

San Antonio, TX

Personal and Laundry Services

About the position

The Assistant Public Information Officer is responsible for managing a variety of governmental topics and civic activities for Bexar County. This role involves coordinating events, managing communications, and providing executive-level administrative support. The position requires building relationships with community members and stakeholders, developing communication plans, and ensuring effective dissemination of information.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with community members, key stakeholders, and partner organizations through community outreach.
• Develop and execute internal and external communication plans for various departments, programs, and initiatives.
• Coordinate and lead civic communication projects, programs, and engagements within a given timeframe.
• Collaborate with offices and departments on communication, public relations, media, and social relations.
• Plan and manage events from start to finish, including logistics management and audience development.
• Provide exceptional communication service by anticipating needs and proactively addressing items.
• Provide pre and post-event reporting and follow-up campaigns for all assigned projects and civic engagements.
• Assist in content development and provide feedback on proposed events, projects, and programs.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to determine events marketing, strategy, and development.
• Provide on-site support for all events, programs, and engagements.
• Contribute to print publications, advertising, video, presentations, and coordinate with all offices and departments.
• Coordinate Open Records requests with the Public Information Officer and the District Attorney.
• Perform executive level administrative support as required.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Communication, Journalism, Public Administration or related field.
• Three (3) years of professional experience in public relations, public affairs, media relations, or planning.
• Considerable knowledge and experience in public information, social media, and implementation of complex communication plans and projects for a large organization.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and coordinate representatives from various departments.
• Strong communication skills, including experience producing content for various types of media.
• Skill in communicating effectively with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and diplomacy.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of Emergency management standards (NIMS certification) or commitment to take training within 60 days of hire.
• Experience in emergency response communications as part of local, state, or federal agencies.

Benefits

• Full-time employment with a monthly salary of $5,241.
• Potential for overtime work.