Sr. Public Information Specialist - RUHS Public Health

Riverside University Health System (RUHS) seeks candidates for a Senior Public Information Specialist.

About the Position
This position has a 9/80 schedule, 8 am-5:30 pm (with flexibility depending on assignments).

Driving is required between sites in Riverside and Moreno Valley.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience and a proven ability to create compelling multimedia content for both internal and external audiences.

This includes strong skills in branding, photography, video editing, and written communications.

Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in managing content across major social media platforms, including Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Preferred candidates will also have hands-on experience with Adobe Creative Cloud applications-particularly Premiere Pro and Photoshop-as well as familiarity with design tools like Canva and email subscription platforms such as GovDelivery.
General Info
Under direction, the Sr.

Public Information Specialist will plan, prepare and implement the public information program of a County agency or large County department; inform the public of activities and services of the assigned agency or department; develop, prepare, and implement specialized and comprehensive public information and education programs mandated by the government or emanating from the organization's goals; and do other work as required.

Positions in this class are identified as the advanced journey level and are characterized by performing the more complex public information functions, such as spokesperson for the agency/department.

The incumbent will typically report to senior management and is responsible for project planning, coordination, and implementation.

Certain positions in this class may work closely with multiple county agencies/departments and outside agencies, and may also augment ongoing public information activities.

The Senior Public Information Specialist class is distinguished from the Public Information Officer by the latter's overall responsibility for the development and implementation of Riverside County's Public Information Program and for advising, planning, and directing programs for the Board of Supervisors, County officials, and department heads.Examples of Essential Duties (may include but are not limited to)
• Establishes and maintains regular contacts with the media, community groups, and government/private representatives to meet the organization's public information, awareness, and education needs.

• Develops and determines effectiveness of distribution and outreach media plan; makes recommendations for modifications as required.

• Writes feature articles and media releases on organization's activities, services, programs, and functions; prepares pamphlets and brochures.

• Coordinates release distribution to the media; organizes and arranges public information campaigns and press confere...