Public Information & Community Engagement Coordinator

Public Information & Community Engagement Coordinator

Department: 100-3300 - Camden County Sheriff's Office

Public Information Division – Full Time

Camden County Sheriff’s Office

Minimum Pay: $19.80 per hour

The Public Information & Community Engagement Coordinator supports the Sheriff’s Office through public-facing initiatives, digital content development, community outreach, event coordination, and administrative operations. This position plays a key role in managing the agency’s public presence, strengthening community relationships, and ensuring effective coordination of outreach and engagement efforts.

This role requires a highly organized, creative, and self‑motivated individual who can manage multiple priorities, produce high-quality content, execute well‑coordinated events, and serve as a bridge between the Sheriff’s Office and the community.

• Plan, organize, and implement community relations, outreach programs, and engagement initiatives that enhance public trust and involvement
• Represent the Sheriff’s Office at community meetings, schools, nonprofit functions, civic events, and public forums
• Establish and maintain partnerships with local organizations, businesses, schools, civic groups, and faith-based organizations
• Serve as a liaison between the community and Sheriff’s Office leadership by gathering feedback, identifying concerns, and supporting appropriate follow-up
• Develop and distribute outreach materials, presentations, and educational content
• Maintain a comprehensive calendar of community events, programs, and engagement activities
• Support outreach efforts following critical incidents or major events in coordination with leadership
• Plan, organize, and execute a wide range of agency events, including:
  • Promotion ceremonies
  • Community meetings and town halls
  • Community events, outreach initiatives, and public programs
  • Agency participation in fairs, parades, festivals, and civic events
• Coordinate all event logistics, including:
  • Scheduling and timelines
  • Invitations and communications
  • Setup, breakdown, and on‑site coordination
• Ensure events are detail‑oriented, well‑organized, and professionally executed
• Anticipate needs, troubleshoot issues, and manage event flow in real time
• Coordinate and manage the Sheriff’s Office Citizens Academy, including recruitment, scheduling, curriculum coordination, logistics, and graduation ceremonies
• Support and manage the Sheriff’s Office Internship Program, including coordination, onboarding, and program logistics
• Promote volunteer opportunities and assist with coordination of volunteer‑based initiatives
• Encourage and facilitate employee participation in community engagement efforts
• Provide administrative support to the Public Information division
• Develop, schedule, and manage content across digital platforms
• Capture and produce photo and video content to support agency initiatives, events, and outreach efforts
• Edit graphics, photos, and video using tools such as Canva, Adobe Photoshop, or similar software
• Draft and prepare:
  • Social media content
  • Website updates
  • Public‑facing materials
• Maintain the agency’s digital voice, ensuring consistency, professionalism, and alignment with agency standards
• Support storytelling efforts that highlight agency operations, personnel, and community impact
• Maintain and update the agency website with timely and accurate information
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and professionalism across digital platforms
• Monitor engagement, community sentiment, and emerging issues across digital platforms, assisting in responding to general public inquiries
• Identify opportunities for engagement and communicate relevant trends or concerns to leadership
• Manage calendars, scheduling, and meeting coordination for leadership
• Coordinate internal communications, including emails, invitations, and event notices
• Assist with preparation of:
  • Reports
  • Presentations
  • Meeting materials
• Track assignments, timelines, and division priorities
• Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems
• Prepare reports and summaries documenting community engagement activities and outcomes
• Support internal employee engagement and morale initiatives
• Perform related duties as assigned in…