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Job Description

PUBLIC INFORMATION SPECIALIST

JOB CODE 06420

Effective Date: 02/96A

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to provide professional staff services in support of public information programs and functions. Work involves making decisions within a delegated scope of public information activities, establishing and maintaining effective public relations with media representatives and the public, and providing other professional staff and administrative support. Work is performed under general supervision of a Public Information Officer, Deputy Department Director, Civic Plaza Marketing Supervisor, or other supervisory position, and is subject to review for adequacy, accuracy, and adherence to departmental policies and standards. The frequency and depth of communications and direct contact with the media and public, as well as relatively limited involvement with the more technical aspects of producing various media and audio-visual material, distinguishes this classification from Media Productions Specialist.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of: Ability to:

Additional Requirements:

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Three years experience in journalism, mass media communications, or public relations and a bachelor's degree in journalism, mass media communications, public relations, advertising, marketing or a related field. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

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