JOB DETAILS
Public Information Officer - Police
CompanyCity of Sedona
LocationSedona
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 17, 2026
About The Company
The City of Sedona is the perfect place to work! Enjoy hundreds of hours of paid time off, 100% paid dental, vision and health insurance, Arizona State Retirement System, 3-day weekends, and much more!
The City of Sedona was founded in 1902 and incorporated in 1988, and is one the western United States' premier tourism, recreation, retirement, viniculture, and art centers, all in which contribute to its economic base.
If you love the great outdoors, Sedona is for you! Get your fill of hiking, biking, running, fishing, camping, birding, scenic drives, and more.
Located in the high southwestern desert under the rim of the Colorado Plateau at an elevation of 4,500 feet, Sedona has four mild seasons, plenty of sunshine and clean air. The population is approximately 10,000 while visitor often surpass the number of residents on a daily basis. The city is 19-square miles with 49% belonging to Coconino National Forest.
About the Role
The Public Information Officer (PIO) for the City of Sedona Police Department serves as primary communicator between the communications unit, the Police Department, the media, and the community. This role ensures timely, accurate, and transparent information that reflects the city of Sedona’s values, promotes public trust, and supports departmental priorities. The PIO develops strategic communication plans, manages social media outreach, manages internal communications, and coordinates messaging for programs, public safety initiatives, and critical incidents.
Key Skills
Public RelationsStrategic CommunicationSocial Media ManagementCrisis CommunicationMedia RelationsInternal CommunicationsPublic Safety MessagingCommunity Engagement
Categories
Government & Public SectorCreative & MediaSecurity & SafetyMarketing
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Public Information Officer serves as the primary liaison between the Sedona Police Department, the media, and the community. They are responsible for developing communication plans, managing social media, and coordinating messaging for public safety initiatives and critical incidents.
📋Job Type
temporary full time
💰Salary Range
$31 - $45
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
140
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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