Public Information Officer
@ City of OrlandoPublic Information Officer
About the job
The City of Orlando seeks a Public Information Officer to manage communications, serve as a secondary spokesperson, and promote city initiatives. Requires a bachelor’s in PR, journalism, or communications, 2+ years experience. Must have a Florida driver’s license. Night/weekend work required.
Requirements
- Public relations or news writing
- Experience in communication roles
- Proactive media outreach
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required
- Valid Florida driver's license
- Experience in public relations
- Ability to work nights/weekends
Full job description
Salary Range
$39.40-$50.24Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting
09-24-2026Job Summary
If you experience technical issues submitting your application, please reach out to City of Orlando Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407-246-2062.
Performs administrative and professional work planning and coordinating City of Orlando-wide communication programs and initiatives, proactively seeking positive news coverage of City departments and services, serving as a secondary spokesperson for the Mayor’s office and all City departments, and writing and disseminating press materials, talking points, and marketing collateral as needed. Must have the ability to work nights and weekends.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree with major coursework in Public Relations, Journalism, English, or Communications required and two (2) years' experience in public relations or news writing required; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Master’s Degree coursework in communications, marketing, or public relations desired. Agency experience desired.
Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.
If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:
- Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
- Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
- Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.