Public Information Officer

Summary

Job Title

Performs administrative and professional work planning and coordinating City of Orlando-wide communication programs and initiatives, proactively seeking positive news coverage of City departments and services, serving as a secondary spokesperson for the Mayor's office and all City departments, and writing and disseminating press materials, talking points, and marketing collateral as needed. Must have the ability to work nights and weekends.

Salary Range: $39.40-$50.24

Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting 09-24-2026

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in Public Relations, Journalism, English, or Communications required and two (2) years' experience in public relations or news writing required; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Master's Degree coursework in communications, marketing, or public relations desired. Agency experience desired.

Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov.

• Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
• Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.

Job Description

Job Title

Performs administrative and professional work planning and coordinating City of Orlando-wide communication programs and initiatives, proactively seeking positive news coverage of City departments and services, serving as a secondary spokesperson for the Mayor's office and all City departments, and writing and disseminating press materials, talking points, and marketing collateral as needed. Must have the ability to work nights and weekends.

Salary Range: $39.40-$50.24

Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting 09-24-2026

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in Public Relations, Journalism, English, or Communications required and two (2) years' experience in public relations or news writing required; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Master's Degree coursework in communications, marketing, or public relations desired. Agency experience desired.

Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov.

• Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
• Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.