

PIO has professional video camera equipment for covering Department functions/events, high-resolution digital camera equipment for brochure and web page development and graphic printers for better in-house publications. It also provides graphic design and special projects support to the GSP Recruitment Unit, as well as other units within the department. PIO Publications is responsible for the production of the bi-monthly DPS newsletter, the DPS Annual Report, and other departmental publications. This unit works closely with the Command Staff to understand their initiatives and goals and adopt ways to give unanimity of voice on the sites. It also oversees the department’s website. The Social Media unit manages the department’s social media presence on sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. PIO also assists with special projects as assigned, by the director, and the Command Staff, as well as assists other units within the department.


The Public Information Office staff provides research and clearance for media inquiries and interview requests for 52 Georgia State Patrol posts, 10 Motor Carrier Compliance regions, including the Statewide School Bus Safety Region 10, and Capitol Police. The Public Information Office (PIO) consists of four units: Media Relations, Social Media, Publications, and Documents. Overview and Purpose of the DPS Public Information Office: Location: Headquarters – Atlanta (Fulton County) Job Vacancy Announcement- Graphic and Visual Art Spec 1
