Job Description
JOB
Under the general direction of the Sheriff, the Public Affairs Director develops, manages, and executes strategic communications, public information, media relations, and community engagement for the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office. This role serves as the primary liaison between the Sheriff’s Office and the public, media, elected officials, and partner organizations. This role is a member of the Command Staff of the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office and guides all staff in public facing efforts.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Leads the Communication Unit in carrying out the Sheriff’s Mission and Vision and ensures all staff adheres to the Office’s core values; Trust, Service, Community;Cultivates high morale and a Team culture within the Communications Unit;Ensures the Public Affairs services are performed at a high-level and is customer-service oriented;Serves as the primary spokesperson for media and public relations;Foster relationships with public safety partners, stakeholders, media personnel, and community organizations;Oversee all social media platforms to ensure consistent, accurate, and positive messaging to the community;Develop, implement, and manage the Department’s crisis communication plans;Lead outreach initiatives to engage the community and uphold transparency and trust;Coordinate internal and external events such as National Night Out, job fairs, law enforcement memorials, employee recognition ceremonies, and more;Provide leadership and supervision to the Public Affairs Officer;Performs such other duties as necessary
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: -- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.Environmental Conditions: Duties and trainings are generally performed within Brazoria County in both indoor and outdoor environments. Occasionally, duties and trainings are performed outside Brazoria County. Exposure to extreme and stressful environmental conditions may include, but not limited to: Natural disasters; Manmade disasters; High-voltage areas; Low-light to no light conditions; Bright light conditions; Confined spaces; Physical Demands: Certain physical abilities are required to ensure the essential functions of the position are able to be performed. These abilities may include, but not limited to: Walking, running, standing, sitting, kneeling, bending over for long periods of time; Carry, push, pull, drag, or hold light to medium objects; Maintain rational decision-making abilities in high-stress situations; Engage in high-stress and challenging training scenarios; Speak and hear in order to communicate effectively in person, through telephone, and through emergency radios.DISCLAIMERThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Under the general direction of the Sheriff, the Public Affairs Director develops, manages, and executes strategic communications, public information, media relations, and community engagement for the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office. This role serves as the primary liaison between the Sheriff’s Office and the public, media, elected officials, and partner organizations. This role is a member of the Command Staff of the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office and guides all staff in public facing efforts.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Leads the Communication Unit in carrying out the Sheriff’s Mission and Vision and ensures all staff adheres to the Office’s core values; Trust, Service, Community;Cultivates high morale and a Team culture within the Communications Unit;Ensures the Public Affairs services are performed at a high-level and is customer-service oriented;Serves as the primary spokesperson for media and public relations;Foster relationships with public safety partners, stakeholders, media personnel, and community organizations;Oversee all social media platforms to ensure consistent, accurate, and positive messaging to the community;Develop, implement, and manage the Department’s crisis communication plans;Lead outreach initiatives to engage the community and uphold transparency and trust;Coordinate internal and external events such as National Night Out, job fairs, law enforcement memorials, employee recognition ceremonies, and more;Provide leadership and supervision to the Public Affairs Officer;Performs such other duties as necessary
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: -- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.Environmental Conditions: Duties and trainings are generally performed within Brazoria County in both indoor and outdoor environments. Occasionally, duties and trainings are performed outside Brazoria County. Exposure to extreme and stressful environmental conditions may include, but not limited to: Natural disasters; Manmade disasters; High-voltage areas; Low-light to no light conditions; Bright light conditions; Confined spaces; Physical Demands: Certain physical abilities are required to ensure the essential functions of the position are able to be performed. These abilities may include, but not limited to: Walking, running, standing, sitting, kneeling, bending over for long periods of time; Carry, push, pull, drag, or hold light to medium objects; Maintain rational decision-making abilities in high-stress situations; Engage in high-stress and challenging training scenarios; Speak and hear in order to communicate effectively in person, through telephone, and through emergency radios.DISCLAIMERThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.