PUBLIC INFORMATION SPECIALIST - 55012221

State of Florida•Fort Lauderdale, FL

1d•$51,093 - $66,120•Onsite

About The Position

This position will serve as the primary graphic artist for FDOT District 4 and lead in the development of digital and printed products. Additionally, the Public Information Specialist will assist the D4 Communications Office with weekly updates to project websites; assist with purchasing supplies; renewing subscriptions; and responding to questions or routing calls from the public.

Requirements

Knowledge of Graphic art design, development, and production for both digital and printed products.
Knowledge of Video production, editing and distribution through traditional means and social media.
Knowledge of The English language, to include the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar.
Knowledge of Administrative and clerical procedures and systems.
Skills in Graphics design and sharing messages visually.
Skills in Layout and design and familiar with means of printing, binding and presentation.
Skills in Communicating effectively with others in writing and indicated by the needs of the audience.
Skills in Talking to others to effectively convey information.
Ability to Find information and identify essential information.
Ability to Problem solve.
Ability to Listen to others and ask appropriate questions.
Six years of experience in news reporting, editing, public relations, public information, advertising, marketing, mass communications or journalism.
A bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communication, Advertising, Public Relations or Marketing can substitute for four (4) years of the required experience.
A master’s degree in Journalism, Communication, Advertising, Public Relations or Marketing can substitute for six (6) years of the required experience.

Responsibilities

Assists the Public Information Director in preparation of materials and information for dissemination to the public.
Designs and disseminates a variety of electronic and printed media to communicate and promote the District.
Prepares news releases, fact sheets, media alerts, and lane closure information for the public and the media.
Maintain media contact lists, project files and news clips/files.
Reviews and edits consultant news releases, brochures, fact sheets and other material that will be distributed to the public.
Edits communications materials written by employees and ensures all communications adhere to the organization’s style guide.
Photographs district events and employees to be used electronically on the district web page or in the district newsletter.
Assists in disseminating information for local and statewide education/safety programs, including utilizing social media.
Responsible for writing and posting safety related and other transportation information on approved district social media channels.
Assists in the coordination and implementation of special events involving the department such as roadway designation ceremonies, ribbon cuttings, ground breakings and special announcements.
Maintains office files and records.
Handles telephone inquiries, maintains calendar appointments, etc.
Provides administrative support to the Public Information Director as needed.