- Salary
- $106k – $149k/yr
- Location
- Moreno Valley, CA, CA, US
- Department
- Administration
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
The City of Moreno Valley Seeks An Exceptionally Qualified Professional to Grow and Protect the City's Brand.
Join Team MoVal's Media and Communications Division as our next Public Information Officer!
Status: Full-Time, At-Will Contract
Schedule: Flexible schedule; Placement on a 5/8, 9/80, or 4/10 work schedule
The anticipated start date for this role is Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Schedule: Flexible schedule; Placement on a 5/8, 9/80, or 4/10 work schedule
The anticipated start date for this role is Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The City of Moreno Valley is seeking a Public Information Officer to lead the City’s communications, public relations, and government affairs efforts by developing and managing a comprehensive communications program, serving as the City’s spokesperson, preparing public information materials, coordinating City-wide messaging, and advancing the City’s legislative priorities. Working under the Media & Communications Division Manager, this role represents the City with government agencies and officials, analyzes and monitors legislation, builds strong relationships with community leaders, and provides leadership to staff while performing high-level analytical work that significantly impacts City operations.
The City of Moreno Valley is seeking a Public Information Officer to lead the City’s communications, public relations, and government affairs efforts by developing and managing a comprehensive communications program, serving as the City’s spokesperson, preparing public information materials, coordinating City-wide messaging, and advancing the City’s legislative priorities. Working under the Media & Communications Division Manager, this role represents the City with government agencies and officials, analyzes and monitors legislation, builds strong relationships with community leaders, and provides leadership to staff while performing high-level analytical work that significantly impacts City operations.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Click here to access the complete classification description, including the experience, education, and physical and mental requirements for this job.OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is a strategic, highly skilled communicator with strong writing, editing, and proofreading abilities, professional experience managing social media channels, and a deep understanding of effective social media strategies. This individual brings solid knowledge of marketing and public affairs principles, excels at building and sustaining relationships with intergovernmental partners, and demonstrates exceptional networking skills that strengthen the City’s regional presence. They are adept at developing legislative platforms, tracking and reporting on State and Federal legislation, and translating complex policy issues into clear and compelling messaging for diverse audiences. With strong judgment, adaptability, and professionalism, the ideal candidate confidently manages multiple priorities, engages effectively with elected officials, legislators, community groups, and the public, and represents Moreno Valley with credibility and initiative. High-level writing skills and fluency in both English and Spanish are highly preferred qualifications for this role.
MINIMUM AND DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, communications, public relations or a closely related field; OR, equivalent related work experience;ANDAt least five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing public information, public relations, or related field, or equivalent administrative or practical experience which would demonstrate exposure to and utilization of required skills, knowledge and abilities in performing job related duties and responsibilities.
Experience working in or closely with governmental agencies is preferred.
Native-level Spanish bilingual skills are highly preferred for this position.
WHO WE ARE
The City of Moreno Valley prides itself on delivering quality service to our residents and businesses efficiently and effectively through Collaboration, Innovation, Customer Service, and Human-Centric Design. Strategically located in Southern California’s Inland Empire, Moreno Valley is the second-largest city in Riverside County and is close to major hubs such as Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. This spacious, thriving, and diverse City has a population of over 200,000 residents and offers a variety of business opportunities. For additional information regarding the City, please click here.
ABOUT THE MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS DIVISION
The Media & Communications Division serves as the City’s full-service creative team and oversees Moreno Valley’s award-winning and Emmy Award-nominated Government Access television channel, MV3. The Media & Communications Division also functions as the City's media relations/public information office. In addition, this Division monitors state-issued cable television/video service franchise agreements and manages content on the City's public website and social media sites.
ABOUT THE MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS DIVISION
The Media & Communications Division serves as the City’s full-service creative team and oversees Moreno Valley’s award-winning and Emmy Award-nominated Government Access television channel, MV3. The Media & Communications Division also functions as the City's media relations/public information office. In addition, this Division monitors state-issued cable television/video service franchise agreements and manages content on the City's public website and social media sites.
Skills
Customer Service