NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Public Information Officer - Parks & Recreation
OR 97123, OR
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$93K/yr - $122K/yrNEOGOV is seeking a Public Information Officer for the Parks & Recreation Department. In this role, you will develop and manage strategic communications, branding, and marketing initiatives while serving as a department spokesperson and overseeing community and media relations.
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Responsibilities
Effectively communicating and disseminating accurate and timely information through visual publications, social media, webpage updates, written articles, videos, fact sheets, brochures, and other informational materials
Leading the planning and production of marketing and communications outreach materials, including Activities Guides, email newsletters, event promotion, and other public-facing marketing materials
Coordinating advertising and strategic marketing to external audiences
Working closely with the Parks & Recreation Department Director, Communications Manager, and City communicators to coordinate Citywide updates and responses to questions
Ensuring that City communications are effective in reaching diverse and/or culturally specific audiences, including underrepresented and underserved communities of color, in multiple languages
Prioritizing work projects and organizing resources with team members who are not under your direct supervision
Managing project communication responsibilities throughout the course of design, construction, operations, and more
Managing work priorities for part-time staff and contractors, including freelance photographers, graphic designers, writers, and videographers
Coordinating design and production of department signage in alignment with City branding and accessibility standards
Supporting sponsorship programs within communications and marketing
Recognizing community interests and developing creative content (written/digital/video) that brings awareness to the City’s Parks & Recreation programming, facilities, and more
Responding to requests for information from community members, media, external organizations, and departments (or designating an appropriate spokesperson)
Analyzing data and preparing clear, concise, and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies, and other educational materials, including newsletters, budget narratives, internal communications, policies, and guidelines
Providing information during and in response to crises, emergency incidents, and other critical situations
Working onsite in the office at least three days a week to encourage team collaboration and effective communication
Qualification
Required
Developing and managing strategic communications, informational activities, branding and marketing efforts to achieve communications and outreach objectives
Coordinating content planning and production of print publications to market Parks & Recreation programs and services to the community
Writing and communicating through print and/or electronic newsletters, news releases, brochures, social media, video, and other communication tools
Serving as a spokesperson or providing public and media relations services
Promoting and marketing programs and events through visual mediums such as graphic design and social media
Leadership and supervisory skills, including the ability to mentor and guide team members while fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth within the department
Engaging community through in-person conversations, email outreach and responses, and online communication
Working collaboratively as part of a team, while supporting a positive work environment and achieving departmental goals
Meeting deadlines, juggling competing priorities, and collaborating with multiple employees to complete assignments successfully
The ability to take complex information and communicate it in a way that makes it accessible and understandable to the entire community
Benefits
Competitive pay with City contributions to PERS retirement
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, holidays, and more
Deferred compensation match and HRA VEBA contributions to boost your future savings
City-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
Extra perks like bilingual pay incentives and wellness reimbursements
Free TriMet annual Hop pass and SHARC recreation access for you and your family
Paid time off to volunteer in the community through Hillsboro Helps
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
A supportive workplace that values work/life balance and employee wellness
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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