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Form of workAdditional job duties: Communicate easily and clearly, both orally and in writing, gather information by research, observation or interview method; serve at times as agency spokesperson; respond to media inquiries and maintain working relationships with local, state and national media; other public speaking may be required; apply excellent proofreading ability; work Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm, with some later evenings; stay current with many active Commission cases; travel (sometimes with short notice) to provide coverage and to arrange coverage of important public events; organize and present a variety of informational and promotional materials in a clear, concise and appealing format; identify and develop ideas for positive public exposure of the agency's goals and accomplishments; learn new techniques for Public Information dissemination; must remain open to constructive criticism and continually work to achieve a higher level of professional expertise; possess and apply expertise in computer operation and in using various software programs; operate photographic equipment, including cameras, video cameras, teleprompters, other recording devices and computer interface equipment and software; compose layouts for web and online messaging; maintain an active news article archive; possess and apply a good phone personality; perform repetitive tasks such as filing and other menial tasks; perform as a team player demonstrating a desire to excel. Stay organized, work independently, and coordinate and lead projects as assigned. Performance of other related duties may be required.
NUMBER of VACANCIES: 1
COUNTY/COUNTIES VACANCY COVERS: KANAWHA
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IMPORTANT: Your eligible score will be based on information provided in your application; therefore, make sure your application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section.
ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority. If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact that information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.
Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.
Training: Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited four year college or university with a major in communications, fine arts, journalism, graphic design, marketing, public relations, English or related field.Experience: One year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in a Public Information dissemination field.
AREAS OF ASSIGNMENT
Advertising
Graphics
Media Design Technology
Print Media
Multi Media
Public Relations
Marketing
Radio and/or Television
***DETAILS OF RELATED EXPERIENCE MUST BE SHOWN IN THE WORK EXPERIENCE SECTION OF YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION*** ***Public Service Commission has established a salary range of $58,988 to $96,149 for this classification.***
Preference will be given to applicants who have experience in areas of television/media production, public relations, publishing design, writing, proofing and researching, publishing and websites preferred; also experience using various social media platforms including Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram; and in Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Adobe InDesign and Acrobat.Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent
