Featured Job Vacancy - Sarasota Police Department, FL

Sarasota Police Department, FL

Public Information Office Supervisor - $69,864.29 - $90,823.62

Job Description: The Public Information Officer (PIO) manages and supervises the Sarasota Police Department's public relations, media outreach, and communication strategies. This supervisory role requires 24/7 availability to respond to critical incidents, public safety situations, and community outreach efforts. The PIO also oversees the department's brand representation, crisis communications, and digital presence, ensuring timely and accurate dissemination of information to the public and media. Provides leadership and supervision to the communications team and works directly with executive leadership to promote transparency, trust, and community partnership.

Essential Functions: Serves as the primary liaison between the Sarasota Police Department and the media, ensuring consistent and accurate information is shared during routine and crisis situations.

Creates and maintains positive and productive working relationships with media representatives. Meets one-on-one with reporters and editors to assess needs and interests.

Prepares news releases, organizes press conferences and provides media interviews, especially in response to high-profile incidents and emergencies.

Handles crisis communication during severe weather events, mass casualty situations, and other critical events.

Available 24/7 to respond to media inquiries and critical incidents, including in-person responses during dangerous or sensitive situations.

The intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that would be required of classifications given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbent may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field, Three (3) years experience in print or electronic media or public relations. Please view the full job description and apply using the link.