Public Relations Manager - Public Sector

United States

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$130,000 – $160,000Compensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Public Safety, Public Sector, Community SafetyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 6-8 years of public relations and communications experience, either with an agency or in-house, with internship experience potentially applicable. They require direct experience dealing with reporters, experience dealing with public sector employees (law enforcement, elected officials, or city/county employees) is preferable, exceptional written and verbal communication skills with familiarity in press release and media pitch writing styles, a solid understanding of the media landscape, the ability to engage with, develop, and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, and strong organization and time management skills to balance multiple projects. Furthermore, they must be a self-starter capable of working independently and meeting deadlines, and public speaking skills are considered a plus.

Responsibilities

The Public Relations Manager - Public Sector will solicit compelling stories from Flock Safety customers, draft and distribute press releases, pitch stories to relevant news outlets, support press conferences and media events, build and maintain strong relationships with reporters, cultivate and manage relationships with Flock Safety’s public sector customers across the country, respond quickly and efficiently to daily media questions and inquiries, and secure a high volume of positive press coverage each week through proactive outreach and persistence.

Skills

Public Relations

Press Release Writing

Media Pitching

Storytelling

Press Conference Support

Corporate Communications

Flock Safety

License plate reader cameras for crime prevention

About Flock Safety

Flock Safety provides a system aimed at enhancing public safety through crime prevention while ensuring privacy and reducing bias. The main product is a network of license plate reader cameras that capture essential vehicle information, which helps in solving crimes. These cameras utilize machine learning technology to ensure that the data collected is objective and ethically used. Flock Safety serves a variety of clients, including neighborhoods, businesses, and law enforcement agencies in over 1,000 cities. The company operates on a subscription model, where clients pay for the installation, maintenance, and access to data and analytics. This approach not only generates a steady revenue stream but also allows clients to benefit from ongoing updates and support. Flock Safety's goal is to create safer communities by providing effective crime prevention tools that respect individual privacy and foster trust between the public and law enforcement.

Atlanta, GeorgiaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$372.2MTotal Funding

SERIES_ECompany Stage

Government & Public Sector, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

12 paid holidays

Fully-paid health benefits

16 weeks of parental leave

Work from home allowance

Learning & development stipend

Home office stipend

Risks

Privacy concerns may lead to legal challenges affecting ALPR technology operations.

Integration of drone technology may increase operational costs and financial strain.

Economic downturns could reduce client spending on subscription-based services.

Differentiation

Flock Safety integrates ALPR cameras with AI for unbiased crime-solving data.

The company offers a full-service, maintenance-free technology solution for public safety.

Flock Safety's platform combines community power to enhance safety across cities and businesses.

Upsides

Acquisition of Aerodome enhances drone technology for public safety solutions.

Partnership with MS2 expands AI Traffic Analytics capabilities for state agencies.

Solar-Powered Condor video solutions increase market penetration in infrastructure-lacking areas.

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