PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER - State of Idaho

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

This position will be open until filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration for this position.

The Idaho Department of Labor connects job seekers with employment opportunities, supports workers through career and life transitions, and administers state labor laws.

The Idaho Department of Labor has an opening for a Public Information Officer. This position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission.

For information regarding this position, please email your questions to Darlene Carnopis,  darlene.carnopis@labor.idaho.gov

Successful completion of a background check is required as a condition of employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES (includes but are not limited to):

Project Management/Supervision

• Supervise communications staff including employee relations and performance.
• Coordinate and manage communication team workload and projects.
  
• Help formulate effective outreach campaigns to raise awareness of agency services.

Editing / Writing

•   Write, edit and proof news releases, blog posts, emails, brochure content, public service announcements, internal newsletters, website content, social media posts and outreach materials
•  Manage and oversee content creation for the agency blog.

Media Relations

• Serve as a department media spokesperson and field media inquiries
• Work with subject matter experts and other divisions to develop messaging strategies
• Represent the department on the state Public Information Emergency Response Team.

Social Media

•  Serve as an agency social media expert.
  
•  Write and edit social media posts for agency programs
  
•  Manage analytics for agency social media platforms and websites and make recommendations based on data.

Agency Website Management

•  Manage upkeep, design, functionality, content management and production of the agency websites.
• Work with the department webmaster and IT staff on website, domain and application issues, including weekends and evenings as necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to be considered for this position. Please attach a resume, work history and references to your application. Your resume and work history must clearly reflect how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to provide this information may disqualify you from being considered for this position.

• Four to five years' experience in communications, journalism, broadcasting, public relations or a related field.
• Expertise in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe in Design.
• Experience writing news releases or preparing general interest news for publication or broadcast.
• Good knowledge of public speaking, writing, editing, broadcast production, public presentations, risk communication and social media.
• Experience researching, composing and editing informational material.
• Experience interpreting and translating technical or specialized material into information usable by the public.
• Expertise in dealing with the media; conducting interviews with print, television and other media; and coaching staff for interviews. Experience with social media communications and monitoring. Experience with presentation and speech writing.

Supplemental Information

Ideal candidates will also have the following preferred or desirable qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in communications, public relations, journalism, or related fields.
• Innovative, detail-oriented, organized, willing and able to change direction and collaborate.
• A proven ability to multitask on a variety of deadline driven projects simultaneously.
• Basic knowledge of photography, publication design, marketing skills.
• The ability to think strategically and build communications plans.
• Expertise in print production and layout software programs, including Adobe Creative Suite.
• Video shooting, editing and production skills.
• Experience creating infographics and data dashboards.
• The ability to remain composed, articulate, and reasonably comfortable during television interviews.

Application Procedure: Please include a resume and three (3) references (at least two (2) professional) when submitting your application. Include at least three (3) writing samples.

Send requested materials to:
Idaho Department of Labor Human Resources
317 W. Main Street Boise, Idaho 83735
or Fax: (208) 246-8947 or email: humanresources.mailbox@labor.idaho.gov 

 Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.