This is a non-Civil Service position. The Metropolitan Council Office is seeking a
Public Information Officer (PIO) to lead communications that keep residents informed about Council initiatives, legislative activity, and community engagement. This position develops public-facing materials, manages digital communications platforms, coordinates media relations, and supports outreach efforts that promote transparency and public understanding of the work of the Metropolitan Council.
The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and creative thinker with exceptional writing and organizational skills who can translate complex legislative matters into clear, accessible information for the public while supporting a fast-paced legislative environment.
Working for the Metropolitan Council Office offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the accessibility, transparency and effectiveness of Nashville’s legislative branch of government. The Public Information Officer helps ensure residents stay informed about policies, initiatives, and decisions that shape the future of Nashville and Davidson County.
In This Role, You Will
- Work at the center of local government and support communications for Nashville’s legislative body.
- Help translate complex public policy into clear, accessible information for the community.
- Collaborate with Council leadership, staff, and media partners to strengthen civic engagement.
- Contribute to meaningful work that builds transparency, clarity, and efficiency in local government.
- Lead strategic communications that keep the public informed about Metropolitan Council initiatives, legislative activity, and community engagement.
- Create clear, engaging public communications including press releases, media advisories, standard newsletter content, social media content, and other informational materials as needed.
- Manage the Council Office’s digital presence by coordinating website updates and maintaining professional, informative social media channels.
- Serve as a key liaison with local media by coordinating interviews, responding to inquiries, and identifying opportunities to highlight Council initiatives.
- Support public engagement by preparing communication materials for Council meetings, community events, and outreach initiatives.
- Provide communications support for Council leadership.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
- Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in public information, communications, journalism, public relations, or media relations.
- Demonstrated experience producing public-facing written content and managing official social media or digital platforms.
- Experience coordinating interviews, media interactions, or public outreach efforts.
- Demonstrated proficiency with office software and digital content creation tools.
- Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools.
- Demonstrated organizational and project management skills.
*Note - applications must include a resume, at least one reference, and a writing and visual work sample.*
Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.
- Experience in a legislative, governmental, or public-sector environment.
- Familiarity with municipal governance, public meetings, and constituent engagement practices.
- Experience preparing topic recommendations for media interviews or public briefings.
- Knowledge of graphic design principles.
- Ability to capture, edit, and produce professional-quality photographs for communications use.
- Experience updating websites or collaborating with IT or web administration teams.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville is committed to selecting the most qualified candidate for each of our roles.
Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.
Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.
