Marketing Manager/Public Information Officer (PIO) - Edmond
Listing Title:
Marketing Manager/Public Information Officer (PIO)
Listing Description
STARTING SALARY: $64,912–$77,736 (depending on experience and qualifications)
ABOUT THIS POSITION: The Marketing Manager/Public Information Officer (PIO) serves as the public information representative, which includes coordinating media coverage, collaborating on communication efforts, and developing media plans. This position also supervises two staff members.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- College degree in related field (marketing, communications, PR, etc.)
- 5 years of related experience and/or training (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- 2 years of management experience (people and/or project management
- Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Communicate with local, regional, national, and international media outlets
- Write and distribute internal press releases and stories
- Pitch stories to media and respond to media inquiries
- Coordinate news coverage and assist with press events, conferences, and public announcements
- Serve as a public information representative and keep City leadership informed of major news stories
- Collaborate with the Downtown Projects Manager to address concerns, handle inquiries, and organize activities
- Develop and implement marketing strategies, media plans, and communication initiatives
- Assist with strategic planning, budget development, and tracking ongoing projects
- Direct video operations and production for TV, digital, and web-based programming
- Supervise the TV/Video Production Manager and Photo/Video Coordinator
- Oversee the quality and delivery of visual media content
NECESSARY SKILLS:
- Strong attention to detail and analytical ability
- Ability to manage multiple, multi-component projects at once
- Ability and willingness to occasionally travel locally or out-of-town as needed
- Ability to meet the required physical standards for this position
- Ability to pass extensive background process and pre-employment drug and audio screenings
BENEFITS:
- Generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance
- Retirement plans
- Access to a dedicated primary care medical clinic at no cost to employees and covered dependents
- Sick leave, vacation days, earned time off, paid holidays, and longevity rewards
- Paid parental leave
- Potential for bilingual pay
- A tangible impact to the Communications and Tourism Department, as well as residents in the City of Edmond
- A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.
THIS JOB OPPORTUNITY MAY BE RE-PUBLISHED AS NEEDED.
The City of Edmond is an equal opportunity employer. Edmond does not discriminate against employees and/or potential employees. Adverse action based upon an applicant’s and/or employee’s race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and military service is expressly prohibited. No decision affecting the terms, conditions and/or benefits of employment with the City of Edmond is based upon an individual’s membership in any of the aforementioned protected classes.
(Job) Location:
Edmond, OK
Website Address (please do not delete the http://):
https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/CIT1039TCED/JobBoard/787bfc5e-9927-4b6d-8962-6a446184a1a1/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=745ede32-285a-4bf6-ab28-73160ef1e714
Contact Information -
Company/Municipality Name:
City of Edmond
Street Address
22 E Main St.
City
Edmond
State
Oklahoma
Zip Code
73034
Phone Number
405-359-4699
Contact Job Title:
Talent Coordinator
First Name
Samantha
Last Name
Nelson
Email Address
recruiting@edmondok.gov
Listing Expiration Date:
07/31/2026