Information Officer 2 (12-2087)

$66,830 - $66,830/Yr

Unclassified - Anchorage, AK

Full-time - Entry Level

Anchorage, AK

About the position

The Information Officer II position at the Department of Public Safety (DPS) involves assisting the Public Information Office in creating various forms of communication, including written documents, social media content, community alerts, presentations, graphics, short videos, and photographs. The role is crucial for maintaining positive relations with the media and the public, responding to information requests, and supporting the department's mission of law enforcement and public safety.

Responsibilities

• Produce professionally written documents and social media content.
• Create community alerts, presentations, graphics, short videos, and photographs of DPS activities.
• Establish and maintain positive relations with news media and the public.
• Respond to daily information requests from news media.

Requirements

• Strong written, verbal, and detail-oriented communication skills.
• Experience with various social media platforms such as Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
• Strong research skills and creative ability for idea implementation.
• Experience in Adobe Creative Cloud programs is a plus.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in journalism, communications media, or public relations.
• Knowledge of multimedia technologies and principles.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly salary of $32.13.
• Opportunity to work in a unique law enforcement agency.
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment.