Pasco Police Department is hiring: Public Relations Coordinator in Florida

Public Relations Coordinator – Pasco Police Department Join our team as a Public Relations Coordinator reporting to the DMO Marketing and Communications Manager to advance the destination’s annual PR and marketing objectives. Responsibilities Serve as spokesperson, respond to media inquiries, track stories, and manage essential communications. Generate, schedule, and publish press releases, social media content, and other PR initiatives. Develop and distribute quarterly press releases, create compelling content for PR materials, and support strategic communication efforts. Operate with a brand publisher mindset to optimize path to conversion and engagement. Manage relationships with media contacts, implement PR opportunities, and coordinate activities with Public Information Officer and department managers. Handle PR requests and initiatives submitted by Visit Florida. Develop and manage all elements of FAM tours to showcase Florida’s Sports Coast. Track and report on PR KPIs and deliver insights into campaign effectiveness. Lead owned media and content strategy, ensuring cohesive messaging across digital and traditional channels. Establish and maintain strong partnerships with journalists, media outlets, and influencers. Support the Marketing and Communications Manager with weekly and monthly reports. Attend off‑site local events as necessary to garner content for social platforms and the FSC website. Work closely with the Marketing team to develop necessary elements and collateral. Perform other related duties as required. Qualifications Proven editorial writing skills and outstanding command of the English language. Training in storytelling using words, images, and audio to create audience‑drawn content. Skilled at long‑form and real‑time content creation and distribution strategies. Ability to execute and manage editorial schedules and deadlines. Ability to manage time and prioritize projects. Advanced knowledge of graphic design, multimedia, and presentation software (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere/Final Cut). Excellent verbal, written, analytical, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Professional appearance and mature judgement. Minimum Requirements Graduation with a Bachelor’s Degree in Advertising, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or related field and at least three years of related experience. Experience in social media marketing, digital advertising, and video production for social media. Proficiency with web analytics tools (Google Analytics) and social media applications (CrowdRiff, Meta Business Suite, Canva, Monday.com). Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, WordPress, and Adobe Creative Suite. Previous CVB/DMO experience preferred. Valid Florida driver’s license. Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 lbs. and perform physical tasks regularly. Flexible schedule, including occasional night, weekend or overnight travel. Legal Statements Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides preference to veterans eligible for appointment. Scientists with disabilities may be afforded reasonable accommodations. Pasco County is a drug‑free workplace in accordance with federal and Florida law. All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position as needed. Temple Terrace, FL $49,000.00-$60,000.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr