Media Officer
Are you an experienced communicator looking for a job where no two days are the same?
We need an enthusiastic, hard-working professional to join our busy Media Team where you will deal with reactive and proactive media enquiries and engage with the public via our digital channels.
This is an exciting opportunity to work behind the scenes on some of the stories which make the headlines. As Media Officer your working day will be varied and fast-paced. One day you could be advising the Senior Investigating Officer on the media strategy following a murder and the next you could be managing the media at the scene of a major incident.
We are looking for someone who understands how to tailor messages for a variety of channels including traditional media with the experience and confidence to advise officers and staff on the best ways to get their message across. You need to have the ability to think on your feet, prioritise and make informed decisions drawing on your communications experience.
The role is challenging yet rewarding as your communications can make a real difference in preventing crime and bringing offender to justice.
To join our team, you will have:
- A nationally recognised communications qualification or equivalent, with recent and /or relevant communications experience.
- Experience of working with local and national media as well as excellent writing and interpersonal skills.
- Media law experience is desirable.
There is a requirement to fulfil on call duties in the evenings and work weekends on a rota basis.
You must have the capability to travel to different locations across the Thames Valley. Due to the requirement to work flexibly a full UK driving licence is considered essential.
If you have any queries please contact People Services Recruitment Department on 0845 2 66 66 77 (internal 301 6500) quoting reference 13902.
The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 4th February 2017.
At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.
Working Smart. You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce.
Supporting You. Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card. Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.
Developing You. We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential.
Valuing Difference. We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference. Learn more about how we are Valuing Difference.
Vetting. All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.
This opportunity is closed to applications.