Public Safety Information Officer

Definition

To perform administrative functions in the development and administration of community relations and public information programs in response to public safety issues; to provide strategic public affairs direction and to serve as a public relations resource; and to promote and create awareness of the operations and objectives of public safety through public outreach, education programs, and marketing strategies.

• 3% Cost of Living Adjustment effective 7/1/2026
• 2.5% Education Incentive - Bachelor's Degree
• 5% Education Incentive - Master's Degree

The Supplemental Questionnaire is used as a Training and Experience Exam (Weighted 100%). In addition to the City of Modesto employment application, applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire and a digital portfolio. Only the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications by the final filing date will become candidates and their supplemental questionnaire will be rated and scored.

This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this position. When completing the supplemental questionnaire, please note:

• Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must
  be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted.
• Incomplete supplemental questionnaires will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed.
• A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire.
• Any work experience described in your supplemental question answers must
  also be found under Work Experience on your application.
• A digital portfolio is required
  to be considered. PDF copies of your work should be uploaded as an attachment to your application. Failure to upload a portfolio will result in disqualification from consideration.

The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.

For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Jeff Montgomery at

• Evaluate and administer public information and media communications regarding public safety issues.
• Respond to inquiries and requests for information from the media, government agencies, City staff, and members of the public.
• Develop, write, edit, design, and produce various communication materials including newsletters, brochures, fact sheets, press releases, articles, multi-media presentations, correspondence, reports, speeches, and special publications.
• Assist in the preparation, publication, and distribution of internal and external newsletters, public service announcements, annual reports, and other communications.
• Research, compile, and prepare reports and documentation on program activities; evaluate and analyze the effectiveness of communications programs and implement changes, as needed; maintain records of program findings and corrective actions; prepare periodic status reports.
• Confer with departments on initiatives, programs, and projects; provide guidance and direction regarding strategic communication planning and implementation; may serve as a project manager.
• Coordinate major press events, media management, and public outreach for public safety events and issues.
• Provide direction and counsel on emerging and urgent communications issues; recommend responses; assist with media and public relations issues.
• May serve as the City’s Public Information Officer during citywide emergencies to develop and direct emergency information to the media, City employees, and the general public.
• Solicit bids and recommend vendors; recommend design, color, graphics, and appropriate media in accordance with budget.
• Plan and coordinate video presentation projects using script-writing techniques; plan, manage, and develop content for the production of video, audio, and commercial artwork for a variety of print,…