Public Information Officer I

Working under the direction of a more senior Public Information Officer, incumbents are responsible for carrying out basic public relations duties and projects within defined guidelines and limits. Work involves general writing, administration of coordinated advertising or production programs, providing assistance with the production and dissemination of a wide variety of information in a variety of medias, public relations and communications projects and special events.
Lead hand duties may be exercised over administrative, technical staff, and/or students, if required, for completion of assigned projects. Initially work is subject to review and check by a professional supervisor, but once experience is gained, incumbents are expected to perform with increasing independence.
The difference between this class and the Public Information Technician is the greater complexity and the higher level of responsibility of the work performed, the education and experience required, and the impact of decisions.







Advantages
Pay rate: $26.43 /hour
Full time Monday-Friday
Set schedule during office hours


Responsibilities
TYPICAL DUTIES
Assists senior staff in implementing a total department public relations program; involves full range of public relations activities and projects.
Facilitate production of communication material (e.g. print, posters, leaflets, brochures, annual reports, audio-visual presentations, gifts, promotional items, etc.). Work involves acting as a consultant to client departments, liaison with appropriate suppliers and the advertising and creative services section to ensure the end product meets objectives and specifications, is delivered on time and within budget.
Assist senior staff with co-ordination and administration of special events.
Drafts copy for news releases, brochures, booklets, Mayor's messages, proclamations and other general writing assignments.
Drafts audio-visual and power point presentation scripts and rough artwork for slides from reports and studies, works with external suppliers on co-ordination of professional level audio-visual presentations; trains department personnel in the use of audio-visual equipment provides audio visual support for presentations to Council and other groups.
Provides basic graphic design and layout services to clients, or arranges for work to be done through external vendors.
Drafts background papers on all aspects of civic operations and departments; arranges bookings; administers program.
Administers City Hall tour programs; trains part-time student guides; arranges bookings; conducts tours as required.
Administers coordinated advertising program; advises departments on request; prepares rough layouts; checks invoices and processes for payment, provides liaison with ad agencies.

Qualifications
*Skills testing on Office 365, references and a criminal record check are required for this position and will be completed prior to client submission*
Interested candidates must be available for a potential 90 day contract to ensure continuity with the project

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
● Knowledge of public relations principles and techniques.
● Knowledge of photography, photo equipment, audio-visual equipment, computer hardware and software.
● General knowledge of allied fields of advertising, news media, publication, graphic design, printing and audio-visual.
● Proven written and verbal communication ability.
● Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with personnel at all levels of civic service, outside agencies and organizations.
● Basic administrative skills.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Job Level
Graduation from a two (2) year accredited post secondary institute or college program with coursework related to the public relations field, supplemented by a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a designated public relations, public affairs or public information position.

Summary
If you believe you are a fit for this role, please apply directly to this job ad.

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Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.