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Public Information Officer - Internal Applicants Only

State of South Carolina | SC

Posted Date 6/19/2025
Description 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.
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.

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)
Salary66,400.00 - 92,900.00 Annual
Field
Police

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