PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER (UNCLASSIFIED)

About the role

Position Information Incoming Washoe County District Attorney Wes Duncan is accepting applications for the Public Information Officer. Intent: Mr. Duncan seeks candidates wishing to work in the new administration starting early January 2027. Please note: The interview process will be competitive and open to all applicants, including those currently working in the Office.

Under general supervision, the Public Information Officer plans, coordinates and conducts the public information program for a Countywide program or a major County department; serves as liaison with the public, other government entities, partnering agencies, community groups and the media; and performs related work as required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and conduct the public information program for a Countywide program or a major County department.
• Serve as liaison with the public, other government entities, partnering agencies, community groups and the media.
• Perform related work as required.

Requirements

• Two years of experience preparing and disseminating information through social media platforms, radio, television, newspapers or other publications.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in communications, marketing, political science, public administration, public relations, inter-governmental communications, journalism, television, telecommunications or a closely related field; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment.

Conditions of Employment

This is an unclassified, appointed position and is therefore not covered by a bargaining unit. Upon selection, candidates must successfully pass an extensive background check and investigation conducted by the District Attorney’s Office and submit a complete set of fingerprints. Washoe County requires its employees to reside in the state of Nevada or neighboring California communities such as Truckee, South Lake Tahoe or Susanville as of their first day of work. Washoe County hires all new employees at the minimum rate of the salary range and eligible employees may receive an annual merit increase of 5% until they reach the maximum salary for the classification. Upon promotion, current Washoe County employees are placed at the minimum rate of the salary range for the higher classification of the new position OR a promotional calculation, whichever is greater.