Communications Representative 9-P11

State of Michigan•Lansing, MI

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is a member of the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget Communications team and provides communications support for the Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO). The position coordinates and implements IT-specific communications, with a particular focus on writing and editing nontechnical content on technical subjects. The position will work with IT subject-matter experts, leaders, and project managers within OCTO to research and write for various mediums, including email, intranet sites, presentations, educational resources, video/tutorial scripts, etc.

Requirements

Possession of a bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, broadcasting, telecommunications, advertising, communication arts, public relations or a related field.
Communications Representative 10: One year of professional experience in preparing and disseminating informational and promotional materials equivalent to a Communications Representative 9.
Communications Representative P11: Two years of professional experience in preparing and disseminating informational and promotional materials equivalent to a Communications Representative, including one year equivalent to a Communications Representative 10.
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major with two years of experience equivalent to a Communications Representative may be substituted for the education requirement.
Completion of 60 semester (90 term) credits including 16 semester (24 term) credits in any combination of coursework in the following areas: English, journalism, communications, broadcasting, telecommunications, advertising, communication arts, marketing, or public relations, AND two years of experience equivalent to a Communications Representative may be substituted for the education requirement.
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and four years of experience equivalent to a Communications Representative may be substituted for the education requirement.
Must be organized, with good time management skills and know the importance of a timeline.
Must be reliable, honest and who keeps their commitments to colleagues and clients.
Must be able to seek effective solutions to help resolve problems in a timely manner.
Must be an excellent communicator, meaning you can effectively give oral and written reports, and prepare clear and concise documentation both verbally and electronically.
Must have a team-oriented mindset, able to embrace diversity and be capable of establishing and maintaining effective relationships with a wide range of professionals.
Must attach three (3) writing samples to your application as separate documents labeled “Required Writing Sample”. The document should include name of project, (Press Release, Internal Communication Project, Video/Editing Project) the date it was created or delivered and name of the organization for which it was created.
Must apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application.
Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
Attach a cover letter.
If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.
Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.
Failure to attach the above will result in your application not being considered.
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered and screened out.
In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment.
DTMB Human Resources uses E-Verify in conjunction with the federal I-9 form to verify authorization of employment.
If selected for employment, you must be able to submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States.
DTMB does not offer employment sponsorship and DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT.

Nice To Haves

Understands the value of public service and wants to help meet the needs of our citizens.
Passionate about customer service and being a leader.
Self-motivated person who wants a challenge and to work in a high-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Coordinates and implements IT-specific communications.
Writes and edits nontechnical content on technical subjects.
Works with IT subject-matter experts, leaders, and project managers within OCTO to research and write for various mediums, including email, intranet sites, presentations, educational resources, video/tutorial scripts, etc.