Public Information Officer – Internal Applicants Only Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Public Information Officer

• Internal Applicants Only
  
  Salary
  $66,400.00
• $92,900.00 Annually
  Location Richland County, SC
  Job Type
  FTE
• Full-Time
  Job Number
  177339
  Agency
  Criminal Justice Academy
  Opening Date
  06/20/2025
  Closing Date
  6/26/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

BC46

Position Number:

60010293

Normal Work Schedule:

Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):
8:00 a.m.

• 4:30 p.m.
  Pay Grade
  GEN11
  Hiring Range
• Min.
  $66,400.00
  Hiring Range
• Max.

$92,900.00
Opening Date
06/20/2025
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/cja

• All information must be completed including the supplemental questions or your application will not be accepted. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine qualifications.

A CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK AND DRUG SCREENING ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL HIRES. ADDITIONALLY, A MEDICAL EXAMINATION AND FINGERPRINTING ARE REQUIRED FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS.

• The selection process may take two to four weeks and may include a panel interview.

All interviewees will be contacted regarding final hire selection.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

DESCRIPTION

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Job Responsibilities
Internal Applicants Only
The South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy (Academy) is seeking a Public Information Officer. Provide information to the news media or other requests as appropriate through the FOIA process as required. When assigned, coordinates special events that occur on the Academy property working closely with outside entities request for Academy access and/or Academy resources. In this capacity, maintains open lines of communication with Academy staff and management to mitigate any scheduling conflicts or issues. Keeps the Director and/or Deputy Director informed and updated on issues or events that impact the Academy. Receives and answers request for information from news media outlets or other law enforcement agencies as required, keeping the Director and/or the Deputy Director informed of all requests. Routes special request for information which involve legal issues through the Academy’s legal counsel for review before releasing any information.
Coordinates with the Director’s office for any request for interviews from the news media for the Academy. Coordinates with outside agencies or entities requesting the use of Academy resources for special events. Functions as the liaison for these events aiding and assisting the requesting entity with their request. Oversees the Academy’s Facebook Page for content and usage.
Coordinating with other administrative staff ensures that the reception area is adequately covered during work time. Other related duties as assigned. Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor’s degree and prior experience as a Public Information Officer for a law enforcement agency, law enforcement experience, and organizational skills focused on event coordination and execution. Must be a certified Class 1 Law Enforcement Officer.
Additional Comments

About You:

Knowledge of agency’s mission, programs and objectives
Knowledge of the agency’s organizational structure.
Ability to interpret and apply policies and regulations. Ability to manage workflow and guidance to staff. Knowledge of FOIA law, regulation and procedures.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to use discretion and sound judgement in making decisions.
About the

Academy:

The S.C. Criminal Justice Academy is the starting point for all SC law enforcement. We are responsible for one of the most important jobs in the state

• training those who will serve the citizens of South Carolina during their time of distress, time of worry, time of hurt.

It takes a team of dedicated people to make sure our Academy is a premier training facility. To do this, we need reliable and conscientious workers who want to be employed by an agency that offers meaningful and challenging work with an appropriate work-life, home-life balance as well as excellent state government benefits.
We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, including pregnancy & childbirth (or related medical conditions), age (over 40), or disability. South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
We are the face of law enforcement. Join us! The South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:
Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid parental leave
S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
Criminal Justice Academy
Address
5400 Broad River Road
Columbia, South Carolina, 29212
Phone
803-896-3827
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