Communication Officers

Buckeye Hills Regional Council is currently seeking a full-time Program Manager – Public Information Officer (PIO). Buckeye Hills Regional Council is currently seeking a full-time Program Manager – Public Information Officer (PIO). This exempt position serves as the agency’s official voice for formal public communications and media relations. The PIO is responsible for drafting crisis communications, messaging for sensitive topics, and communications-related compliance and best practices.

Draft, coordinate, and distribute meeting notices and other public notices (e.g., hearings, opportunities for comment, service changes, and official postings) in accordance with applicable law, funding requirements, and agency policy

Maintain an organized archive of final notices and related publication/communication records consistent with agency practices and records retention requirements

Procurement and public-facing content : Maintain and provide approved agency language (mission, service area, DISCLAIMERS) for RFQs/RFPs and related documents; edit public-facing sections for clarity, consistency, and plain-language readability

External communications : Draft, edit, and distribute press releases, program announcements, fact sheets, issue briefs, and partner-facing communications as needed, with appropriate review/approval

talking points, FAQs, standard program descriptions) to support consistent communications across departments

Serve as a designated media contact; Coordinate interview requests, including intake, scheduling, spokesperson preparation, and briefing materials

Statements and briefing materials : Draft official statements, approved quotes, and briefing memos; Media lists and outreach : Maintain media contact lists and support press opportunities and outreach as appropriate

Crisis communications : Support and/or lead internal and external communications during emergencies, service disruptions, incidents, or sensitive situations consistent with the agency’s incident response protocols

Crisis planning : Maintain crisis communications plans, templates, and rapid-response workflows; Coordinate cross-department communication alignment to promote consistent, accurate public information

Government relations support : Prepare partner-ready issue summaries and briefing materials for meetings with federal, state, and local officials as directed by leadership

Committees and policy support : Support communications for executive-level committees and policy/government relations meetings as needed

Compliance : Help ensure public communications and postings meet government expectations, including accessibility, official posting practices, and archiving/retention requirements

Strong communication, public relations and documentation skills

In‑depth understanding of regulatory frameworks for public programs

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Capacity to work effectively with the public and state/community leaders

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or related field

Valid driver’s license due to travel required

Fingerprinting, background check, and pre‑employment drug screen required

Start Your Application If you have a question about a job, or about our recruitment and hiring process, please reach out to our Human Resources Manager.

Buckeye Hills Regional Council is a council of governments dedicated to improving the lives of residents in southeast Ohio. Working collaboratively with elected officials across Athens, Hocking, Meigs, Monroe, Morgan, Noble, Perry, and Washington counties, we grow strong communities through our four divisions: Aging & Health, Home Care, Development, and Planning.

Start Your Application If you have a question about a job or our recruitment and hiring process, please contact our Human Resources Director.

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