Public Information Officer

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Ohio Department of Aging (AGE) is seeking a Public Information Officer to help tell the story of how we’re accomplishing our vision of making Ohio the best place to age in the nation. The key job duties of this position include but are not limited to :

Translating complex programs into clear, engaging content for press releases, web content, social media, printed materials, and other platforms.

Developing and executing communication strategies that highlight the impact of AGE’s work.

Writing and editing high-quality content that reflects our mission of fostering sound public policy, research, and initiatives that benefit older Ohioans.

Supporting media events, special projects, and key announcements.

Performing other duties as assigned.
For more in-depth job duties, please click here to view the position description .

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.
• Job Skills: Communications

Responsibilities

• Translating complex programs into clear, engaging content for press releases, web content, social media, printed materials, and other platforms.
• Developing and executing communication strategies that highlight the impact of AGE’s work.
• Writing and editing high-quality content that reflects our mission of fostering sound public policy, research, and initiatives that benefit older Ohioans.
• Supporting media events, special projects, and key announcements.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed