Public Information Officer

Public Information Officer (Information Officer I, Specialist), California Department of Consumer Affairs, Sacramento County, hybrid, permanent, full time (JC-538453). Pay $6,031 to $7,547 per month. Final filing date November 23, 2026. Under the direction of the Office of Public Affairs Manager, the Public Information Officer supports the communications efforts of the department and its boards and bureaus, providing direct support to a portfolio of boards and bureaus and developing and implementing effective communications strategies. The department protects and serves California consumers while ensuring a competent and fair marketplace, licensing and regulating more than 3.4 million licensees in more than 280 license types across 36 boards, bureaus, a commission, and a program. The position requires strong media relations experience, writing skills, strategic thinking, creativity, and experience with communications plans and strategies. A resume, a cover letter of no more than one page, a professional or academic writing sample, and a Statement of Qualifications are required with the application package.