Communications & Content Coordinator - Police

Summary Objective

The purpose of this position is to assist with managing the Louisville Metro Police Department’s media relations and public information. The person in this position will be responsible for all Departmental social media content and web-based content.

This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Creates and manages the social media presence of the Louisville Metro Police Department.
• Responsible for daily contact with social media, as well as involvement in community-oriented agency projects.
• Creates basic graphics and presentations using Canva, PowerPoint, and other programs for internal and external communications.
• Collaborates with agency staff and assists in the development of electronic informational materials, such as promotional materials, and prepares and participates in community projects.
• Participates in agency recruitment and community relations activities as directed.
• Assists in the design and maintenance of the agency’s internal and external websites and social media accounts.
• Utilizes various social media to communicate information regarding agency programs and services.
• Develops and maintains working relationships with news media.
• Manages media response, including news releases, on-call duties, and research.
• Responds to requests from media.
• Responsible for the preparation and distribution of agency news releases.
• Performs related work as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related discipline.
• One (1) year of experience in journalism, communications, or marketing, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Must be willing and available to cover special events, including on nights and weekends.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must submit to a pre-employment polygraph test.
• Must submit to a pre-employment drug screening.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony (Misdemeanor convictions will be considered on an individual basis).
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must provide one's own source of transportation.
• Applicants who have illegally bought or used marijuana, including medicinal cannabis, within six months of application will be disqualified.
• Applicants who have illegally sold marijuana, including medicinal cannabis, within one year of application will be disqualified.
• Applicants who have illegally bought, sold, or used any controlled substance or narcotic drug, other than marijuana, without a prescription within six years of application will be disqualified.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• None.

Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Louisville Metro Government to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or…