Job Description:

Scope: Responsibilities of the Information Officer shall include, but not limited to:  Have direct contact for all media inquiries on behalf of the Township.

1) Interface directly with employees of the Township to provide accurate information to the media on a 24/7 basis if necessary.

2) Handle all press conferences and media events.

3) Communicate with the public through multiple media sources to keep them informed.

4) As an OEM team member, be available for any emergency that may occur in the Township at any given time.

5) Write press releases, prepare robo-calls, e-mail blasts and handle social media interaction.

 Send out daily/weekly e-mail blast to keep residents informed as to what is happening in the Township. Maintain and update the Township website.

 Attend all Public Relations Committee meetings and work with members to promote the Township.

 Develop brochures, newsletters, press releases and other forms of media exposure to enhance the public image of the Township.

 Attend Township Council meetings during conference agenda to give updated reports on media activity.

 Be available to take photos at Township events for media distribution. You will be provided with the hardware and software, its maintenance, a dedicated phone line and office supplies required for facilitation of the duties listed in this contract within the budget parameters established by the Township. All hardware and software will be considered the property of the Township and will be returned by you at the conclusion of this or any subsequent contract with the Township.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $42.00 - $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Public relations: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person