Description

Are you interested in working for an award-winning, dynamic, professional state agency with a constructive culture focused on outstanding customer service and continuous employee improvement? This opening is an opportunity to use your media relations, writing and collaboration skills to promote the mission of the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD).

ITD is recruiting for a Public Information Officer to join the department's Office of Communication in telling the story of one of the best transportation departments in the country. This position will be based out of our District 3 location in Boise, ID. Candidates must have strong writing skills, experience interacting with news media, an understanding of how to use social media effectively and the ability to develop successful outreach campaigns, facilitate public meeting and assist with internal communication.

Example of Duties

• Serve as media spokesman, develop news releases and other written or oral presentations; handles emergency communication involving crisis or unforeseen circumstances requiring research, writing, editing, and speaking;
• Develop, implement, and evaluate ITD social media and other public facing outreach;
• Execute, facilitate and lead communication plans on ITD projects, along with managing the use of consultants/contractors on construction projects;
• Edit brochures, publications, correspondences;
• Coordinate project and program information with a variety of community stakeholders, including other state agencies, local government and operate as liaison on legislative activities affecting the department;
• Monitor and evaluate department information and public relations management policy and program decisions;
• Strategic advisor to management on public relations, policy and media matters; may prepare department position statements;
• Develop, provide, or direct in-service information and public relations training;
• Coordinate, develop and implement outreach programs/events with team members and executive leaders, along with other stakeholders;
• Participate in developing, implementing and achieving the Office of Communication strategic goals and furthering the Idaho Transportation Department's overall mission.

Minimum Qualifications

Good knowledge of: organization, structure, and ethics of electronic or print news media.

Some knowledge of: audiovisual production, to include video productions, still photography, slide shows or computer-generated graphics related to public information objectives.

Experience: planning, developing, and implementing major public information projects; developing and making oral presentations to groups; interpreting and translating technical or specialized material into information usable by the public; producing or editing informational material using electronic word processing; gathering and preparing general interest news or writing a variety of news releases that were published or broadcast in mass media for the general public; developing, writing, and producing informational material for mass distribution and specialized audiences; overseeing contractors/vendors or supervising staff in producing publications.

Supplemental Information

Please note: Resume and cover letter are required. Please include in attachment section of profile.

Special Notification: This position is non-classified and exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission.

To learn more about the department, please visit the ITD website. Make a difference in your community and in the lives of the citizens of Idaho!

Benefits:

• Flexible work schedule available to some positions for increased work-life balance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness – eligibility requirements may apply
• Accrue paid vacation every pay period which increases with state longevity
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid sick leave separate from vacation leave
• 11 paid holidays
• Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance benefits, Flexible Spending Account https://ogi.idaho.gov/premium-rates/
• Relocation Assistance available to some positions
• Defined benefits retirement plan (pension) through the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI) https://persi.idaho.gov/members/base_plan.cfm
• Optional 401K and Deferred Compensation plans with traditional and Roth options
• Eligible for Employee Assistance Program – Confidential support, information and resources for all of life's challenges

The Idaho Department of Transportation may conduct verification of the information provided in your application, including validation of driver's license status, education, employment, and criminal history. Omission and/or falsification of information provided in your application will result in your removal from consideration for employment, appointment, or promotion.

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov .

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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