Public Information Officer 1

Job Description - Public Information Officer 1 (260007AS) Public Information Officer 1 ( 260007AS ) Organization Nursing Board Agency Contact Name and Information : View email address on click.appcast.io Work Location AB Graham Building 8995 E Main St Reynoldsburg 43068 Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Licking County-Reynoldsburg Compensation : $30.22 Schedule Full-time Union : Exempt from Union Primary Job Skill Communications Technical Skills : Social Media Management, Communications, Public Relations, Web Design Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Flexibility, Public Speaking, Responsiveness, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Proofreading Agency Overview The Ohio Board of Nursing (OBN) regulates more than 330,000 licenses and certificates. OBN licenses and regulates Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Advanced Practice Nurses (APRNs), Dialysis Technicians (DTs), Community Health Workers (CHWs) and Medication Aides (MA-Cs). OBN's top priorities are to efficiently license the nursing workforce and remove unsafe practitioners from practice in a timely manner to protect Ohio patients. Public protection is critical, as nursing touches virtually every citizen of Ohio. Job Description At the direction of the supervisor, plans & directs the agency’s media & public information program (i.e., internal newsletter, agency wide information emails & event planning & coordinating). Serves to support & act as back up to advising & consulting management personnel & Board staff regarding public relations strategies, messaging & branding. Responds to requests for speeches, presentations and public informational events. Drafts articles for Board publications (e.g., President and Director contribution articles for Momentum Magazine). Maintains & updates internal employee websites and intranet content (e.g, utilizes Canvaor Full Adobe Creator Suite or similar program). Works collaboratively with agency personnel to plan, organize & distribute employee newsletter & internal announcements. Responsible for assisting in the creation of multimedia & content creation (e.g., photographs new staff members for internal & external use; creates short information videos for the Board’s website & internal platforms; implements, produces & manages Board’s podcast (e.g., schedules, records, edits & publishes)). Assists in planning & coordinating staff engagement events, including logistics, communications & promotion (e.g., Employee Care Committee, Operation Feed, Combined Charitable Campaign (CCC), etc.). Assists Board staff with the setup & execution (e.g., providing audiovisual support, troubleshooting & live operation of necessary equipment) of in-person & virtual presentations (e.g., Board meetings). Performs other duties as assigned (e.g., may represent manager on committees, meetings &/or conferences, give speeches to target audiences). Attends meetings &/or training sessions to keep current of changes in law, rules & procedures impacting assigned areas of responsibility. Why Work for the State of Ohio 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 our Total 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. Qualifications 30 mos. exp. 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 driver's license. Or completion of undergraduate core program in journalism or communication; 6 mos. exp. in public multi-media techniques & relations in field of journalism or communication; valid driver's license. Or 12 mos. exp. as Public Information Specialist, 64420; valid driver's license. Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. Job Skills: Communications Supplemental Information Successful candidate must complete and pass a background check. ADA Statement 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. Drug-Free Workplace 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Taleo