This document provides operational practices for PIOs within the NIMS Command and Coordination structures. It explains the roles and responsibilities of PIOs in different incident phases and settings, such as ICS, EOC, MAC Group, JIS, and JIC.
Joint Information Center - FEMA
Learn what a Joint Information Center (JIC) is and how it operates as part of the Joint Information System (JIS). A JIC is a central location where public information staff perform emergency information functions, crisis communications, and public affairs functions.
JIS Description and Components: PIO and JIC - FEMA
The JIC is a central location that houses JIS operations and where public information staff perform essential information and public affairs functions. Normally, an incident should have a single JIC, but the JIS is flexible and can accommodate multiple JICs if necessary.
Joint Information Center - FEMA
Learn what a Joint Information Center (JIC) is and how it coordinates public information activities for incidents. Find out how to access the JIC and who to contact for media inquiries.
JIS - NIMS Toolkit - Preparedness Toolkit
The JIS Toolkit is a compilation of guidance, resources, and templates from various leading JIS organizations. It covers doctrine, PIO ICS forms, PIO qualification programs, IMH-FOG, PIO sections, PIO/JIC job aids, PTB templates, terms and acronyms, and training.
This SOP establishes procedures and protocols for Emergency Support Function 15 External Affairs to support Federal domestic incident management during an incident requiring a coordinated Federal response.
NDEMU | Public Information Officer Program | Advanced PIO - FEMA
Learn how to establish, manage and operate a Joint Information Center (JIC) during escalating incidents. The 5-day course is for PIOs with 2 years of experience and requires 9 prerequisites, including IS29, IS100 and IS200.
This document describes the interagency policies and procedures for incident communications with the public during coordinated Federal responses. It outlines the roles and responsibilities of the DHS Public Affairs, the Joint Information Center, and …
Learn how to plan and operate a Joint Information Center (JIC) during an emergency, according to NIMS procedures and best practices. A JIC is a coordination point for public information staff from all agencies and organizations involved in incident management activities.
JIS Description and Components: PIO and JIC - FEMA
The JIC is a central location that houses JIS operations and where public information staff perform essential information and public affairs functions. Normally, an incident should have a single JIC, but the JIS is flexible and can accommodate multiple JICs if necessary.