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Senior Public Information Officer

Florida Department of State
Tallahassee
Estimated Salary
USD 65.000 – USD 85.000
Live Update
17 Juli 2026
Deadline
17 Jul 2027

Job Description

Join Florida's premier government communications team as a Senior Public Information Officer. Shape public perception through strategic messaging, crisis communications, and digital engagement. Work directly with state leaders to transparently serve Florida's 22 million residents while advancing democratic processes. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the pride of serving public interest.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute statewide communication strategies for agency initiatives and elections
  • Manage media relations and serve as primary spokesperson for department leadership
  • Create compelling content across digital platforms including social media, press releases, and newsletters
  • Coordinate crisis communications protocols during emergencies and critical events
  • Analyze public sentiment and optimize messaging using data-driven insights
  • Leverage CMS platforms to maintain accurate and timely public information portals
  • Collaborate with legal teams to ensure compliance with public records laws

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Administration, or related field
  • Minimum 5 years progressive experience in government/public sector communications
  • Proven expertise in crisis communication and media relations
  • Advanced proficiency in digital content management and social media analytics
  • Strong writing/editing skills with portfolio of published work
  • Valid Florida Driver's License
  • Ability to work flexible hours including nights/weekends for critical events
  • Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress)

Required Skills

Public Relations Government Communications Crisis Management Media Relations Digital Strategy Content Creation Public Records Law CMS Management Adobe Creative Suite

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