Information Officer II

Pay Grade 13 | Full-time (40 hrs/wk) | Eligible for overtime pay

About the role

The Information Officer II will write, produce, and record videos, radio spots, podcasts, TV segments, and utilize various forms of media outreach messaging to promote public safety for the Kentucky State Police, the premier law enforcement agency in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Responsibilities

• Writes, produces, moderates, records, and/or does videography for weekly podcast, radio, and TV segments.
• Develops and submits social media content, including reels, graphics, videos, and written content, to enhance public engagement and promote agency initiatives.
• Designs and produces graphic and illustrative materials for brochures, public service announcements, public safety campaigns, and other agency communications.
• Writes, edits, and distributes internal and external communications, including press releases, newsletters, scripts, social media content, and video productions to support and promote agency programs, events, and initiatives.
• Attends public events to capture photographs and video content for use in public outreach, community engagement, and agency storytelling efforts.
• Assists staff and other branches with special projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of experience in journalism, public relations, or related duties.

Substitution: Experience in one of the above areas will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Skills

• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Videography, photography, and/or audio production knowledge.
• Digital, web-based, and social media skills.
• Marketing and communications abilities.

Working Conditions

Incumbents may have extensive contact with the public.

Pay

$43,000.00 annually

Schedule

40 hours per week