Public Information

Alicia Tarancon joined the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office as a Public Affairs Officer in April of 2022. She graduated with a Masters in International Affairs from Georgetown University in 2013 and received her B.A. in Communications from George Mason University in 2010. She is also an FAA certified drone pilot. Before joining the sheriff’s, office Alicia was a reporter at Action News Jax in Jacksonville from 2018 to 2022. As Director of Public Affairs, I manage the sheriff’s office social media platforms, keeping them updated and engaging. I’m responsible for video production, including shooting and editing content for various purposes. Media relations fall under my purview, which involves facilitating interviews and serving as a liaison between the sheriff’s office and press outlets. Alicia was promoted to Director of Public Affairs in June of 2024. She continues to manage the sheriff’s office social media platforms, keeping them updated and engaging. She is also responsible for video production, including shooting and editing content for various purposes. Media relations falls under  her purview, which involves facilitating interviews and serving as a liaison between the sheriff’s office and press outlets.  Her position also encompasses broader public communication duties, which include crafting and disseminating official statements, managing crisis communications, and ensuring the public is well-informed about the sheriff’s office activities and policies. You can reach out to her by e-mailing pio@nassauso.com or calling 904-548-4076.