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Public Information Officer



Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S2177P

Home Org Name

Campus Safety and Security

Division Name

Executive Vice President

Position Title

Public Information Officer

Job Class Code

OC55

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Auburn University Campus Safety and Security is searching for a highly motivated, enthusiastic, strong communicator for a Public Information Officer position.

The Public Information Officer ( PIO ) will actively advance the safety of the Auburn University community by coordinating communications and outreach for the Department of Campus Safety and Security. Under the direction of the Director, Campus Safety & Compliance, the PIO manages department communications efforts, including strategic planning for routine and crisis communications with the public, media, and other agencies; oversees outreach to the campus
community; and acts as a liaison with other departments. The PIO will manage the department’s social media accounts, organize events to engage the campus community, and assist with department communications during emergency and crisis situations, serving as the department’s Public Information Officer.

About the Department of Campus Safety and Security: This unit provides programs and services to ensure a safe and secure campus, in support of Auburn University’s teaching, research, outreach and student services. A successful candidate will be self-driven and passionate about communicating to a wide and diverse audience about personal safety, crime prevention, and campus safety initiatives. Our team of dedicated, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic safety professionals will work collaboratively with the Communications Specialist to identify communications needs and assist with content development.

About Auburn: Auburn was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years! Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-for-auburn .

It’s a Lifestyle: The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We’re proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you’re new to Auburn, we’d love to introduce you. If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple: it’s time to come home!

Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

Essential Functions

  1. Develops and manages the implementation of communications and outreach plans and strategies to promote the vision, mission, goals and achievements of the Department of Campus Safety & Security. Ensures coordination across campus departments to provide consistent messaging impacting the safety of the entire campus and broader community, including during crisis situations.
  2. Manages the daily administration and functional duties related to communication and marketing efforts for the department, including preparation of budgets. Oversees research and development of content on a variety of safety subjects pertinent to the campus community.
  3. Manages department’s social media accounts and monitors social media in general for safety concerns and trends potentially impacting campus safety. Provides guidance to department leadership on responding to identified concerns and trends.
  4. Serves as a liaison with campus partners on promotion of safety messaging, collaboration on outreach and training efforts, and Campus Safety & Security support of other departments’ needs.
  5. Provides supervision to at least one student worker in support of department’s communications and outreach efforts.
  6. Performs other duties as assigned.



Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of various marketing and communications theories, concepts, techniques, mediums, and strategies.
  • Knowledge of crisis communications and social media monitoring and engagement strategies.
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal); organization skills; and attention to detail.
  • The ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals; and the demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Basic PIO certification, or ability to obtain within 12 months of employment, is required.

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with website management, graphic design, and communicating with young adults on a variety of social media platforms preferred.
  • Experience with crisis communications is desired.
  • Advanced or Master PIO certification is desired
Posting Detail Information

Salary Range

$61,700 - $104,900

Job Category

Communications/Public Relations/Marketing

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Occasional and/or light lifting required, with limited exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc.

Posting Date

11/15/2022

Closing Date

EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/33293
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional DocumentsSupplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
    • LinkedIn
    • AcademicKeys
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • DiversityJobs
    • HigherEdJobs
    • HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
    • Indeed
    • RecruitMilitary
    • The Tuskegee News
    • Professional organization or journal
    • Veterans Assistance Services
    • Disability Assistance Services
    • State Employment Service
    • Social Media
    • AU Job Bulletin
    • Notified by an Auburn employee
    • College or university Career Services
    • I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com)
    • Other
  2. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Business, or a related field from an accredited institution?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Do you have 5 years of professional-level experience in communications and/or marketing services?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Briefly describe your professional-level experience in communications and marketing. Please include any work in crisis communications, managing websites, and designing graphics.

    (Open Ended Question)



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