Bernalillo County is 1,160 square miles and is New Mexico’s most populous county with more than 676,000 residents. Bernalillo County government provides a wide range of public services to residents who live in Albuquerque, Los Ranchos and Tijeras with approximately 106,000 residents living in unincorporated areas of the county. Bernalillo County employs approximately 2,500 people and has an annual operating budget, capital investments and other funds of more than $1 billion. Elected officials include five county commissioners, assessor, clerk, probate judge, sheriff and treasurer.

Bernalillo County

Department of Human Resources

Job Descriptions

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JCP425: Public Relations Coordinator/Public Information Coordinator

Public Relations Coordinator/Public Information Coordinator

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCP425
8
None
       
       
Hourly
As Hourly
As Annual
33.39 - 41.96 - 52.75 USD Hourly
$33.39 - $41.96 - $52.75
$69,451.20 - $87,276.80 - $109,720.00

POSITION SUMMARY

The Public Relations Coordinator/Public Information Coordinator works with department(s) to develop specialized informational programs for the public. Responds to media inquiries and coordinates press conferences and other special events. Directs, writes, and distributes press releases, brochures, and information packets related to specific needs. Oversees work of the department and work with media and/or other organizations in preparing and distributing public service announcements, and fact sheets.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Directs, writes and distributes press releases, brochures, and information packets related to the specific needs of the Sheriff Department.
  • Directs and oversees the work of the department PIO & works directly with the media and/or other organizations in preparing and distributing public service announcements, fact sheets and other information about the Sheriff Department.
  • Develops public awareness programs using exhibits, photos, special public presentations, and the use of the government access cable channel.
  • Serves as consultant to the Sheriff on public information matters and procedures. Provides transparency measures, unique ongoing training, policy advisement, and communications service to the Sheriff’s Department.
  • Represents the County, when assigned, for public community organizations and other group requesting information about the Sheriff Department.
  • Schedules speaking engagements for the Sheriff or department to convey information about specific programs or events.
  • Schedules, directs and oversees press conferences, radio and television interviews as needed.
  • Develops audio/visual aids as needed for use with the public or for special presentations.


*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. 


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or related field.
  • Eight (8) years of related work experience in public information.

*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements. 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE


The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

  • Successful completion of a post-offer medical examination and background investigation.
  • Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
  • Possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver’s license.
  • Completion of FEMA training(s) as assigned to the position.


WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Essential duties are performed primarily indoors (90%) and occasionally outdoors (10%).
  • Indoor duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment. Worker is exposed to natural weather conditions while performing outdoor duties.
  • Indoor duties are performed on an even surface, which may be carpeted or tile. Working surface is typically dry.


EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

  • Telephone, typewriter, calculator, computer, fax machine, and copy machine are used in performance of essential job duties.
  • Various forms of paperwork are handled in performance of essential job duties.
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