Overview
Fire Communications Officer Jobs in San Bernardino, USA at SAN-Bernardino-Count
Overview
San Bernardino County Fire Protection District is recruiting for a Fire Communications Officer who plans, organizes, and directs the activities and operations of the Fire District’s Communications Department. This position develops and implements comprehensive communication programs to inform and educate the public about the Fire District’s goals, policies, programs, and services.
Responsibilities
The incumbent will also manage emergency communications during crises or unforeseen events, including researching, writing, editing, and delivering timely information, and will coordinate public information efforts in the event of a local disaster.
Qualifications
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public information, communications, media/public relations, marketing, or related fields, including writing and distributing news releases and feature articles for various media.
- Two (2) years of supervisory experience over a media team, OR three (3) years as a permanent member of an Incident Management Team as a qualified Public Information Officer (PIO1 or PIO2) under the California Incident Command Certification System (CICCS).
- Completed Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in television or film production, multimedia, mass communication, English, journalism, public or business administration, public relations, marketing, leadership, or a closely related field. (Foreign‑degree holders must provide an evaluation report.)
- Strong knowledge of social media platforms, digital communications, and emerging media trends; excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience serving as a public information officer or spokesperson, particularly within an emergency services or public safety environment, is highly desirable.
- Experience managing media inquiries, representing an organization in high‑profile or crisis situations, and conveying accurate and timely information to the public.
Conditions of Employment
- Background check required prior to assignment.
- Valid California Class C driver’s license required. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
- Work schedule may include evenings, weekends, and emergency shifts under extreme environmental conditions.
- San Bernardino County will not sponsor candidates requiring visa sponsorship.
Benefits
- To review job‑specific benefits, refer to the Summary of Benefits and Memoranda of Understanding (MOU).
- Detailed benefits information is available upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
San Bernardino County is a compliant employer under the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation
If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference
Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans’ Preference points. For details and instructions, refer to the Veterans’ Preference Policy within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
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Title: Fire Communications Officer
Company: SAN-Bernardino-Count
Location: San Bernardino, USA
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