Media Officer

• Temporary Full Time for up to 12 months
• Clerk Grade 7/8
• Package up to $142493 pa. Package includes salary range ($113574 pa to $125720 pa) plus employers contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Located in Alexandria (close to Green Square Station)

About the role:

In this pivotal role youll be the driving force behind proactive and responsive media engagement in a fast-paced operational environment. Youll manage media enquiries craft clear and timely media responses develop media releases and ministerial announcements and coordinate media campaigns that strengthen public understanding and trust. You will play a key role in media issues management during major incidents and emergency responses working closely with operational leaders and maintaining strong relationships with Ministerial Offices. Your work will directly support community awareness and safety - requiring sound judgement strong writing and the ability to operate calmly and decisively when it matters most.

About you:

• Demonstrated experience working as a journalist with a strong understanding of modern newsrooms and fast-paced news cycles. Experience across broadcast online and social media is essential.
• Audio and video editing ability is highly regarded.
• Experience working in a political office or emergency service public affairs environment with an understanding of sensitivities and approvals processes is desirable.
• You are motivated by purpose and community. You value integrity accountability and service and you take pride in supporting work that directly contributes to community safety.

Essential Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in media/communications or equivalent relevant experience
• Willingness and ability to participate in out-of-hours work as required including weekends and public holidays particularly when FRNSW is part of a major incident or emergency response.
• Be available to work between the spread of hours 7 am to 7 pm

For more information on the role please view the Role Description.

Should you require more information about this opportunity please contact Shaun Fewings Media Manager on.

About us:

FRNSW is one of the worlds largest urban fire and rescue services and is the busiest in Australia. Our overriding purpose is to enhance community safety quality of life and confidence by minimising the impact of hazards and emergency incidents on the people property environment and economy of are prepared for anything helping anyone anywhere anytime.

Visit our Careers Page to learn more about Fire and Rescue NSW.

What we can offer:

• Genuine worklife balance supported by flexible working arrangements hybrid work options and access to flex leave.
• A collaborative supportive team culture where your ideas are valued and your contribution truly matters.
• Onsite parking plus a great selection of fantastic cafés just a short stroll awayperfect for your morning coffee fix.
• Access to Fitness Passport giving you and your family discounted entry to more than 390 gyms and pools across NSW.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and progress your career.

Our commitment to diversity:

Great people come from all walks of life and at Fire andRescue NSW we are committed to creating a diverse inclusive and flexible workforce which reflects the community we serve.

We welcome people with diverse experience skills and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples individuals who identify as LGBTIQ people with disability people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people of all ages.

If you are a person with disability and require specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process please contact the FRNSW Talent Acquisition Team by email at

How to apply:

To be considered for this role please provide an up-to-date resume which details your skills and experience as relevant to this role.

Following the close date applicants will be invited to complete a Video Interview.