Deputy Communications Director 2
Deputy Communications Director 2
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$ 66250 - 100636
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Job Description
THE POSITION
Are you interested in becoming a key member of the departments Communications Office press team If so join us as a Deputy Communications Director 2 where you will provide vital support to the Press Secretary and Communications Director regarding management of media relations and internal communications while advancing the departments goals. In this position you will have the opportunity to utilize your extensive work experience to ensure timely accurate and effective messaging to both external audiences and department staff. If you thrive at managing multiple projects under tight deadlines with sound judgment this is the perfect job for you!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Deputy Communications Director you will be responsible for supporting the Communications Director and Press Secretary by receiving monitoring and tracking media inquiries. Work involves gathering and verifying information as well as drafting detailed responses that align with department priorities and messaging. In the absence of the Press Secretary or Communications Director you will take on their roles of reviewing and editing media materials and providing strategic counsel. While collaborating with agency partners and statewide stakeholders you will have the abilityto plan coordinate and execute media events to support public outreach efforts through publications and informational materials. Strong communication skills will enable you to develop and coordinate public information campaigns that spotlight department programs and key initiatives.
Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Fulltime employment
- Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Monday Friday with a 60minute lunch.
- Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) parttime up to 2 days per week. In order to telework you must have a securely configured highspeed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
- Salary:In some cases the starting salary may be nonnegotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email including spam/junk folders for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Four years of experience in preparing public relations promotion through all media; and a bachelors degree with major course work in journalism communications English or a related field;or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirements:
- You must demonstrate the ability to adhere to the values and ethics of the Department of Labor and Industry.
- You must demonstrate the ability to work with professionalism discretion and good work ethic.
- You must have solid written and verbal communication skills.
- You must show initiative and problemsolving skills.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes cover letters and similar documents willnotbe reviewed and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans go to click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed ancestry union membership age gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin AIDS or HIV status disability or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
