NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Public Information Officer( Public Relations)
Missouri City, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$68K/yr - $93K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a skilled Public Relations Specialist / Public Information Officer to join the communications team of Missouri City. This role is vital for shaping the city’s public narrative, managing media relations, and highlighting key city initiatives and services to the community.
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Responsibilities
Serves as the primary point of contact for all media inquiries, ensuring timely responses and fostering strong relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets
Proactively pitch story ideas and press releases to media to secure coverage of city initiatives and events
Identifies, researches, and develops compelling narratives that highlight the accomplishments, initiatives, and events of Missouri City
Crafts and distributes press releases, articles, and other communication materials that align with the city’s mission and goals
Assists in developing and implementing crisis communication strategies to manage and mitigate potential issues, ensuring the city’s message is clear, accurate, and timely
Acts as a spokesperson during emergencies or sensitive situations, coordinating information flow between city leadership and the public
Collaborates with city departments and community organizations to ensure consistent messaging and effective communication with residents
Assists in the development of the city’s public relations strategy, including setting performance metrics to measure success and impact
Supports internal communications to ensure all city employees are informed and aligned with the city’s messaging, initiatives, and goals
Tracks media coverage and public sentiment through various monitoring tools, preparing periodic reports for city leadership to assess the effectiveness of communication strategies
Analyzes trends in media coverage and public perception to inform future communication efforts
Establishes and maintains a current media contact list; serves as a contact point to the media and public; provides pertinent information to the community and media
Utilizes broadcast media and internet to develop and maintain news releases for media contacts and for publication to the City’s website
Develops a plan of action to facilitate information flow throughout the organization so pertinent information is dispersed in a timely manner
Performs other related duties as assigned
Subject to 24-hour recall and Emergency Operations recall
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field
Three (3) years of experience in public relations, communications, or media relations, preferably in a governmental or public sector environment
Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
Strong understanding of media relations, crisis communication, and strategic messaging
Proficiency in social media platforms and digital communication tools, including analytics and monitoring software
Subject to 24-hour recall and Emergency Operations recall
Do you have at least three (3) years of experience in public relations, communications, or a similar field?
Do you possess a valid Texas Driver's License with a clear driving record or have the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire?
Benefits
Medical Plans (Three Options)
Cigna - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)
PPO Plan
EPO Plan
Dental Plans (Two Options)
DHMO Plan
PPO Plan
Vision
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Supplemental Insurance Policies
Retirement Benefits
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
Optional Deferred Compensation
Other Benefits
Holidays
Vacation
Sick Leave
Educational Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
Fun Benefits
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
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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