Public Information Specialist 1 Digital Content
About The Position
Under the general direction of a Public Information Specialist 2 Digital Content: Updates content on the OPWDD website. Updates content on the OPWDD Intranet. Creates content for OPWDD social media platforms, helping bring awareness to OPWDD services, initiatives, programs, jobs and more. Creates video and graphic content for social media and website. Ensures content on the website is accessible. Works with the Digital Information Office and other colleagues on identifying, planning, and executing effective content and strategies that accomplish overall communication goals. Has an understanding of Plain Language content and an ability to take complex information and simplify it. Tracks the performance of digital content including social media, email, and website. Manages comments and messages received on social media platforms. Have a general passion for all things social and a keen ability to stay up-to-date with online cultural moments and behaviors. Have a good understanding of content management software such as Drupal and Sharepoint or very technology savvy and a quick learner. Understands how to make documents accessible and has experience using accessibility software. Assist in developing OPWDD messages on GovDelivery. Perform other related duties as requested.
Requirements
- six years of experience in public relations, social media, and digital communications.
- Associate's, bachelor's, or master's degree in Communications, English, Public Relations, Social Media, Digital Communications, or similar degree, substitutes for two, four, or five years.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of document accessibility and the federal WCAG requirements.
- Proficiency with Drupal and Sharepoint
- Ability to use SiteImprove to analyze website accessibility
Responsibilities
- Updates content on the OPWDD website.
- Updates content on the OPWDD Intranet.
- Creates content for OPWDD social media platforms, helping bring awareness to OPWDD services, initiatives, programs, jobs and more.
- Creates video and graphic content for social media and website.
- Ensures content on the website is accessible.
- Works with the Digital Information Office and other colleagues on identifying, planning, and executing effective content and strategies that accomplish overall communication goals.
- Has an understanding of Plain Language content and an ability to take complex information and simplify it.
- Tracks the performance of digital content including social media, email, and website.
- Manages comments and messages received on social media platforms.
- Have a general passion for all things social and a keen ability to stay up-to-date with online cultural moments and behaviors.
- Have a good understanding of content management software such as Drupal and Sharepoint or very technology savvy and a quick learner.
- Understands how to make documents accessible and has experience using accessibility software.
- Assist in developing OPWDD messages on GovDelivery.
- Perform other related duties as requested.
Benefits
- Savings programs such as the U.S. Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan.
- Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses.
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs.
- Life insurance and Disability insurance.
- The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a voluntary retirement plan that offers employees the option to invest a part of their salaries for retirement on a tax-deferred basis.
- Paid Holidays and Leave:
- Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year.
- Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially.
- Five (5) days paid personal leave each year.
- Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year.
- Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events.
- Health Care Coverage:
- Employees and their eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Employees are provided family dental and vision plans at no extra cost.
- Paid Parental Leave:
- Paid Parental Leave allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave at full pay for each qualifying event. A qualifying event is defined as the birth of a child or placement of a child for adoption or foster care.
- Retirement Program:
- Participate in The NYS Employees' Retirement System (ERS), which is recognized as one of the best-managed and best-funded public retirement systems in the nation.
- Professional Development and Education and Training:
- NYS offers training programs and tuition assistance to eligible employees to maintain and increase their professional skills and prepare them for promotional opportunities.
- Additionally, the Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) offers certain professional training opportunities for PEF represented and M/C designated employees that may grant continuing education credits towards maintaining professional licensure.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
