Public Information Officer (Community Outreach)

Westmoreland County is seeking applicants for the position of Public Information Officer (Community Outreach) in the District Attorney’s Office. The purpose of this position is to gather facts, compose press releases, distribute the same to the media, maintain and update CRIMEWATCH, and to maintain a social media presence. To organize events, news conferences, and press releases. To serve as a liaison to the media and to the community. Job duties are not limited to the above description. A four-year college degree with a major college or university in marketing, public relations, communications, business administration, or a closely related field; and at least four years of progressively responsible marketing, sales, public affairs, public information or closely related experience. At least four to six years of progressively responsible marketing, sales, public affairs, and public information.The qualified applicant must possess some knowledge and the ability to obtain knowledge of all applicable ethical and legal statutes of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania regarding the dissemination and confidentiality of information within the Office of the District Attorney.  County residency must be established within 180 days and maintained throughout employment.  Annual salary: $50,430.  Resumes, cover letters, and references should be sent to:District Attorney’s Office2 North Main Street, Suite 206Greensburg, PA  15601Or may be emailed to:murban@co.westmoreland.pa.usEmailed applications must place Public Information Officer in the subject line.         EOE
Source: Employment in Westmoreland