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Make a difference in the community you live in! As a Community Builder—an employee with the City of Gainesville— you will have a direct hand in building and improving your community and making a visible impact on the lives of your neighbors. Working for local government is more than a job, it’s a chance to contribute to community success and to help enhance the Gainesville way of life.

Department:

GG_Police: Office of the Chief of Police

Salary Range Minimum:

$52,000.00

Salary Range Maximum:

$79,217.13

Closing Date:

02/15/2025

Job Details:

This is professional administrative work specializing in developing, implementing and administering public information and public education programs for the Gainesville Police Department. Position allocated to this classification directly reports to the Chief of Police or his/her designee and works under general supervision. Work in this classification is distinguished from other classes by its emphasis on monitoring, managing and protecting the Gainesville Police Department’s positive public image in the press and on social media.

Job Description:

SUMMARY

This is professional administrative work specializing in developing, implementing and administering public information and public education programs for the Gainesville Police Department. Position allocated to this classification directly reports to the Chief of Police or his/her designee and works under general supervision.  Work in this classification is distinguished from other classes by its emphasis on monitoring, managing and protecting the Gainesville Police Department’s positive public image in the press and on social media.

EXAMPLES OF WORK*

*This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position.  The omission of a specific job function does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the job.  Performance of lower level duties may be required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Serves as the official spokesperson in external communications for the Gainesville Police Department.

Prepares and disseminates information to the general public, media, outside agencies and community agencies and organizations through news conferences, phone calls, and social media.

Supports the City Manager through the development of speaking points and speeches on community issues related to the Gainesville Police Department.

Serves as a liaison between the Gainesville Police Department and other governmental and non-governmental agencies and institutions and works to retain a harmonious relationship with all partnering agencies.

Takes proactive steps to notify media of developing or emergency responses situations.

Prepares and distributes informational and seasonal media releases, and other materials of a routine nature. 

Maintains, updates, and monitors the department’s official social media sites and platforms, including the Gainesville Police Department’s official web page.

Develops and maintains a current media contact list for local, state and national news outlets.

Monitors developments in the media that could adversely affect the image of the department or the City and reports such to police administrators.

Represents the Police Chief and the organization at various civic or business functions.

Conducts live and pre-recorded television and radio interviews on a regular basis, for both breaking news and special features.

Prepares speaking points for annual crime prevention programs, and delivers programs to citizens of all ages when requested.

Develops and implements quality improvement programs by reviewing and analyzing data, system trends, and needs in an effort to ensure department excellence.

Monitors and evaluates expenditures, and makes budgetary recommendations; also evaluates past spending, anticipates future spending, and performs other related activities.

Participates in appropriate job-related training and educational events as well as appropriate department-related planning and informational meetings.  Participates as a member of the Gainesville Police Department’s management team to achieve the goals and objectives of the City and the Department.

Prepares the Gainesville Police Department’s annual report to