Public Information Office

Public Information Officer

For more than 55 years, TRPA has served as a national leader in innovative planning and environmental restoration. The agency's precedent-setting policies, landmark legal decisions, and unique regulatory framework have put Tahoe on the map as a model for balancing environmental protection with community vitality.

This is an exciting opportunity to serve as a public voice for TRPA, developing communications that inspire action, build trust, and engage diverse audiences in protecting and enhancing the Lake Tahoe Basin.

The Communications Team is committed to transparent, accessible public education and meaningful community engagement. Through strategic outreach and collaboration, the team helps connect residents, partners, and decision-makers to TRPA's programs, priorities, and the science-based policies that guide the protection and restoration of the Lake Tahoe Region.

As Public Information Officer, you will be a key member of TRPA's Communications Team, leading media relations, public outreach, print communications, and content development. You will help translate complex environmental and planning topics into compelling stories that connect with residents, visitors, elected officials, partner agencies, and the media.

From breaking news and major policy initiatives to community events and environmental success stories, you'll help shape how people understand and engage with Lake Tahoe's future.

COMPENSATION

The salary range is $83,168 to $124,752 with the hiring pay typically starting in the first to second quartile ($83,168 to $103,960 depending on qualifications).

TRPA's excellent employee benefits package includes the following:

• 27 days Paid Time Off (PTO) annually for sick and personal time away. Accruals increase with longevity.
• 80 hours of Management Comp Time Off (MTO). Prorated based on hire date.
• 13 paid holidays annually.
• Money Purchase Pension Plan – in lieu of Social Security, the Agency contributes a dollar amount equal to eight (8) percent of your annual salary towards your retirement. This plan has immediate participation and 100% vesting.
• Supplemental Retirement Plan – the Agency contributes a dollar amount equal to seven (7) percent of your annual salary towards your retirement. This plan has immediate participation and 100% vesting.
• Group Health Insurance:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• A choice of four (4) medical plans, with 100% employer-paid premiums on select employee-only coverage plans and partial coverage for dependents.
• High-Deductible Health Plan with a contribution by TRPA to the employee's HSA account.
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• Long-Term Disability (Voluntary).
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan (Voluntary).
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (Voluntary).
• We are a dog-friendly employer!