Public Information Officer 1 - 20080278

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

33d

About The Position

The Division of Administration provides overall leadership and administrative support for all Divisions. The Division includes the Office of Director, Communications, Fiscal, Human Resources, IT, Legal and Legislative Affairs. The Division of Administration is seeking candidates to fill a Public Information Officer 1 (PIO 1) position within Communications. The PIO 1 will perform the following job duties under the Communications Director which include but are not limited to:

Requirements

• 30 mos. exp. in field of journalism or communication dealing in public multi-media techniques & relations, public speaking, news writing, reporting & editing or technical report translation & communication dealing in public meetings; valid driver's license.
• Or completion of undergraduate core program in journalism or communication; 6 mos. exp. in public multi-media techniques & relations in field of journalism or communication; valid driver's license.
• Or 12 mos. exp. as Public Information Specialist, 64420; valid driver's license.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
• Communications

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and administers all public information within assigned divisions, including news releases and social media content.
• Responds to media inquiries and public records requests, and develops proactive pitches with media based on division initiatives.
• Helps create video strategy, content, programs, and materials such as brochures, pamphlets, and other publications.
• Serves as resource person for information on agency programs and activities, as well as first edits on speeches for Director and Superintendents.
• Handles sensitive and confidential contacts and inquiries from the industry, business representatives and the public.
• Oversees the development of content, design and distribution of the agency's internal weekly email newsletter.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees