POSITION: PD Community Engagement Manager

DUTIES: Develops operational plans involving recruiting and marketing campaigns and media and communications tactics Develops strategy, goals, objectives, and performance measurements for internal and external communications, marketing, media, and public relations functions in the Department in coordination with City of Pueblo Director of Public Affairs Selects, trains, develops, and evaluates staff Manages the work of professional staff members engaged in the design, preparation, and production of public information materials Directs and supports the day-to-day media activities handled by the Public Information Office staff Handle high-profile, complex, and controversial media matters Build and maintain relationships with the media including reporters, editors, and digital media sources through regular outreach Coordinate and write briefing documents for media interviews Prepare and present reports, presentations, and project findings to senior management, city departments, policy committees, City Council, and other Establish and oversee news monitoring processes and share relevant news with Department and city leaders and other key staff Draft and edit high-quality content including but not limited to press releases, media advisories, guest columns, op-eds, articles, statements, and quotes for Department officials Identify story opportunities for Department subject matter experts to be in the media Produce talking points and summaries of issues for police leadership, especially on high-profile, controversial, and complex matters Work closely with the Director of Public Affairs on joint projects and strategies Oversee development and management of applicable portion of Department budget Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS: Education: Bachelor's degree in journalism, marketing, public relations, communications, or English Experience: At least 2 years of progressively responsible professional experience in communications, marketing, public or media relations fields At least 1 year of experience in crisis communications, emergency management, or political environment 1year of supervisory experience

A valid driver's license at the time of application, and a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of employment License restrictions that may hinder your ability to drive on City business, such as an interlock, will be cause for disqualification During the course of employment, a valid license must be maintained, and the employee must notify the City immediately upon changes to the status of their license

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must be willing to submit to the following requirements: Comprehensive background investigation Polygraph Psychological examination Drug screening Physical examination

PREFERRED SKILLS: Bilingual in Spanish for both oral and written communication

WAGE: $70,639.44 - $85,776.96 Annually

SHIFTS: *40 hours / per week *Hours may vary

JOB SITE: Pueblo, CO

BENEFITS: The City of Pueblo offers a very rich benefits packet! Click on the "Benefits" hyperlink at the top of this (online) job posting to view a summary of the benefits associated with this position. For a more comprehensive view on the lush benefits offered by the City, please go to www.pueblo.us/benefits

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: If you meet the minimum requirements for this position, please click on How to Apply' to view application information. You must be registered with Connecting Colorado to view the application information (registration is available at no cost).