PIO, City of Charleston Fire Department
We started the day with the discussion of two public information officers, and now, the theme continues.
One of the suggestions by Gordon Routley and his crew, in their study of the City of Charleston Fire Department, was the hiring of a PIO. I am told the job was posted today. Here are the details:
POSITION: PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER
Dept/Div: Fire Department
Position Type: Regular Full-Time
Authorized Hiring Rate: $39,262.28 – $43,000 / Year
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Develops, coordinates, and directs public relations activities for Charleston Fire Department by performing the following duties. Represents the Charleston Fire Department to the press and other media. Fields and directs responses to all media-related inquiries. Plans and implements organization’s public relations strategies, policies, and procedures. Researches and writes copy for promotional materials. Develops contacts and relationships with media representatives to create opportunities for keeping the Fire Department in front of public. Maintains database of public relations contacts. Develops ideas and opportunities for feature articles, interviews, presentations, and other public relations activities that promote awareness of the Charleston Fire Department. Assists and coaches Charleston Fire Department staff with public speaking engagements, presentations, and preparation of articles for publication. Advises Mayor, Fire Chief and staff on community relations projects and activities. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requires: Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS); and one to two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid South Carolina Driver’s License. To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Excel and Word or similar software.
