Public Information Officer 1 (Winner Content Coordinator)
Public Information Officer 1 (Winner Content Coordinator)
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Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS INVITED
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Unusual work schedule: 40 hour work week which may include days some evenings and some weekends.
NOTE:
You are required to submit your resume as an attachment with your online employment application.
In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Start date immediately.
This position is non-exempt (eligible for overtime) from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
The applicant is required to provide details of minimum qualifications on the application form. Failure to do so will prohibit consideration of the applicant. If an interview is offered supporting documentation/paperwork (e.g. college transcripts DD Form 214 for veterans copy of pertinent license or certifications etc.) will be required at the time of the interview.
New hires agree to participate in the State of Ohio Direct Deposit of Paycheck Program per Section 124.151(B) of the Ohio Revised Code.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
CONVICTION OF A FELONY OR A MISDEMEANOR OF THE FIRST SECOND OR THIRD DEGREE WHICH INVOLVED GAMBLING FRAUD OR MISREPRESENTATION THEFT OR ANY CRIME OF MORAL TURPITUDE PROHIBITS AN APPLICANT FROM BEING SELECTED FOR THIS POSITION AS LONG AS THE RECORD OF THE CONVICTION HAS NOT ALREADY BEEN SEALED. ORC 3770.021
EMPLOYMENT CONTINGENT UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AS REQUIRED BY SECTION 3770.02(D) OF THE OHIO REVISED CODE.
You are required to submit your resume as an attachment with your online employment application.
Responsibilities of the Winner Content Coordinator include but are not limited to:
- Responsible for the Winner Content segment of the Office of Communications public information program.
- Serves as a liaison to Ohio Lottery prizewinners.
- Contacts prizewinners to gather information about their winning stories for blogs releases and publications. Communicates with and interviews prizewinners and writes with the Chief Communications Officer and Videographer for prizewinner story videos.
- Develops prepares writes types proofs and issues press releases on various topics including winner information Retailers of the Week game updates agency events Partners in Education etc.
- Writes types and edits general writing assignments and performs lay-out work for inclusion in publications articles and newsletters.
- As needed travels to locations for winner stories and to gather information for assignments.
- Writes articles for internal Employee Knowledge Center.
- Makes improvements to Winner Content efforts.
- Serves as a resource person for information on the positive public presentation of Ohio Lottery Commission programs and activities.
- Conducts interviews gathers information and photos and drafts articles to contribute to Office of Communications publications.
- Works as a part of a team to process the monthly Ticket Seller publication which includes: Writing and contributing articles assisting with editing and performing lay-out work gathering photos/art/images to enhance and support the publication maintaining mailing lists and more.
- Contributes to Office of Communications digital content by writing blogs engaging with social media community corresponding with customers assisting with social media promotions and creating graphics.
- Assists with public records requests.
- Performs other duties and works on special projects.
Unusual Work Schedule: 40 hour work week which may include days some evenings and some weekends
Official State of Ohio Classification: Public Information Officer 1 (64421)
At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- 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)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
The Ohio Lottery Commission is an exciting organization offering career opportunities across many different business 50 years the Ohio Lottery has been building an amazing organization committed to growth and giving back and having fun while doing mission is:Supporting education by offering entertaining gaming experiences. Our vision is:Investing in Ohios students and communities through gaming innovation.
We are looking for smart passionate and creative people to join our team and help us achieve our embrace challenge foster an inclusive culture and value integrity innovation and winning.
If you are ready to playCome join us!
30 months experience 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 drivers license.
-Or completion of undergraduate core program in journalism or communication; 6 months experience in public multi-media techniques & relations in field of journalism or communication; valid drivers license.
-Or 12 months experience as Public Information Specialist 64420; valid drivers license.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Job Skills: Communications Customer Service Public Relations Social Media Management Collaboration Creativity Customer Focus Verbal Communication Written Communication
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
