Public Information Specialist 1 (Vid 168193)

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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 09/25/24

Applications Due10/10/24

Vacancy ID168193

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NY HELPYes

AgencyDomestic Violence, Office for the Prevention of

TitlePublic Information Specialist 1 (VID 168193)

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 80 South Swan Street

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12210

Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS)* and applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications to be considered for the position.

A bachelor's degree in media, new media, English, communications, journalism, broadcasting, public relations, films, TV productions, or digital marketing and two years of experience in public or governmental relations, and/or in writing or producing content for various media.

OR

A master's degree or higher in media, new media, English, communications, journalism, broadcasting, public relations, films, TV productions, or digital marketing and two years of experience in public or governmental relations, and/or in writing or producing content for various media.

OR

Six years of experience in public or governmental relations, an/or in writing or producing content for various media.

Applicants may also be appointed to this position if currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title OR are a current New York State employee with one year or more of qualifying permanent service in a position allocated to a Grade 16 or above and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exceptional writing, editing, and research skills; must have an eye for detail and a mastery of the English language and grammar.

• Expertise in social media best practices.

• Experience optimizing content for the mobile web and social media.

• Passionate about and keeps up with the latest social media, pop culture, and tech trends.

• Knowledge of domestic violence, sexual assault, and gender-based violence.

Duties Description Under the general supervision of the Director of Public Information in the Bureau of External Affairs of the New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence, the position is responsible for assisting in planning and executing all communication efforts for the Office's "Protecting New Yorkers from Tech Abuse, Deep Fakes, and Sextortion" project in coordination with the Assistant Director for Technology Safety Initiatives, in addition to other agency projects. The position will include development of public awareness campaigns, publications, social media, and website management, with an emphasis on creating graphic content.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Support all communications needs of the agency including monitoring news sources for related content, drafting, editing, and disseminating written materials, press releases, public awareness campaigns, and publications.

• Assist in the content development of the agency's communications strategy including the development and curation of online content for websites, print and electronic publications and related digital platforms, and digital and social media.

• Proofread, rewrite, and edit documents submitted by others for style, content, and conformity to agency standards and policy.

• Assist in the response to media inquiries regarding agency's initiatives, programs, and services.

• Capture and analyze social and digital media metrics and assist in addressing issues.

• Oversight of all agency products as they pertain to branding guidelines and professional and standardized design.

• Coordinate public appearances for agency staff to explain programs and initiatives to gain stakeholder support for agency activities.

• Assist supervisor in planning, executing, and evaluating projects.

• Assist in the design or arranges for the design, set up, staffing and operations of displays and exhibits.

• Provide assistance and advice on community outreach and public participation and advises agency staff on matters regarding public presentations and media relations.

• Maintain schedule of agency events and notify the news media.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Comments NOTE:

• Travel may be required (approximately 20%), including during evening and weekends, depending on mission and assignment.

• Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver's License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required, or otherwise demonstrate the capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.

Notes:

• There is no examination required for appointment to a NY HELPS position. Candidates hired via NY HELPS will be appointed on a permanent non-competitive basis and will begin a probationary period.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected that NY HELPS employees will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to take an exam. Employees will then be afforded with all the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

The Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV) is an equal opportunity employer. OPDV does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We devote special attention to dismantling all forms of oppression, including gender based violence and racial injustice and recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We are committed to the diversity of our staff, and encourage applicants from marginalized communities and survivors of gender-based violence to apply. All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived expertise, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff. Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency's Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources/JHG

Telephone 518-473-5282

Fax 518-486-1631

Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM

31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.