Public Information Officer Senior Public Service Administrator
Public Information Officer Senior Public Service Administrator
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$ 9000 - 11000
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:46302
Closing Date: 04/25/2025
Agency:Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security
Class Title:SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR 40070
Skill Option:General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary Range $9000 $11000 / month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon; Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: EX000 This is anExempt 4d3 position.
***THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM JURISDICTION B OF THE ILLINOIS PERSONNEL CODE UNDER PROVISION OF PARAGRAPH 4d(3.***
POSTING ID 46302
*** A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING ***
Agency Statement:Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of others The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMAOHS) is a team of dedicated public servants who are committed to better preparing the State of Illinois for natural manmade or technological disasters hazards or acts of terrorism. IEMAOHS coordinates the States disaster mitigation preparedness response and recovery programs and activities functions as the State Emergency Response Commission and maintains a 24hour Communication Center and State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC). The SEOC acts as lead in crisis/consequence management response and operations to notify activate deploy and employ state resources in response to any threat or act of terrorism. IEMAOHS assists local governments with multihazard emergency operations plans and maintains the Illinois Emergency Operations Plan. IEMAOHS is also responsible for protecting Illinois residents from the potentially harmful effects of ionizing radiation administering more than two dozen programs to protect citizens and the environment. Programs include extensive emergency planning and response efforts and training for local responders for accidents involving radiation; inspecting and regulating radioactive materials licensees; registering and inspecting radiation producing equipment and facilities statewide; accrediting medical radiation technologists; and certifying mammography facilities. IEMAOHS also monitors 11 nuclear power reactors at six nuclear stations licensed to generate electricity in Illinois and inspects and escorts spent nuclear fuel shipments.
Position Statement:The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMAOHS) is seeking a Public Information Officer. In this role you will collaborate directly with the Governors Communications Office agency leadership and other state agencies to maintain a consistent and aligned public message. Your leadership will guide a dedicated team helping them grow while delivering exceptional public relations services. From media relations and crafting compelling content to managing crisis communication and public events you will help keep the public informed and engaged with the agencys mission and initiatives. Our employees work in an everchanging environment that presents new challenges with rewarding results. If you are interested in joining our team of compassionate and integrity driven public servants we invite you to apply for the Public Information Officer position with IEMAOHS!
Why Work for Illinois
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our toptier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Essential Functions
- Serves as the Agencys Public Information Officer.
- Serves as agency spokesperson and representative on behalf of the Director of IEMAOHS to the media.
- Serves as a fullline supervisor.
- Develops implements and oversees public image management strategies for the Agency.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four 4 years of college and four 4 years of progressively responsible administrative experience in public affairs public relations journalism or a closely related field.
- Requires prior experience equivalent to four 4 years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires a criminal history check through the Illinois State Police.
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate valid drivers license.
- Overtime is a condition of employment and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled unscheduled or lastminute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
Work Hours: Monday Friday; 8:30a 5:00p
Work Location: 2200 S Dirksen Pkwy Springfield IL
Agency Contact: EMA Human Resources
Email:
Posting Group: Public Safety; Leadership & Management
Revolving Door:
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/545 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered nonState employment duringState employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shallprior to accepting any such nonState employment offer notify the Office of the ExecutiveInspector Generalfor the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of the homepage in the blue ribbon.
NonState employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of the homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
NonState employees: on click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your junk mail spam or other folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
