INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST)

Job Posting:Social Media Specialist/Content Creator Department of Public Health JC-535198 - JC-535198 - Social Media Specialist/Content Creator INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST) $6,031.00 - $7,547.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Final Filing Date: 10/27/2026 Job Description and Duties This position supports CDPH’s mission and strategic plan by serving as the Social Media and Digital Communications Specialist and Content Creator, performing the more complex professional and technical tasks associated with a comprehensive external communications program to inform the public of public health activities and objectives via social media and other digital communications tools. Under the direction of the Information Officer II, the Information Officer I (Specialist) serves as a social media and digital marketing specialist and content creator in Comms. The incumbent will assist with planning, evaluating, and contributing to CDPH’s social media platforms, and develop content, including videos and graphics to promote and educate the public on CDPH programs and social media editorial calendar campaigns. The incumbent works under the direction of the Information Officer II, Social Media and Digital Communications Manager. In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions Telework Information: This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded. Travel may be required for this position. Reimbursement for travel takes into consideration an employee’s designated headquarters, as reflected in the duty statement, and is subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate. The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST) INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST) $6,031.00 - $7,547.00A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do. CDPH works to protect the public’s health in the Golden State, and helps shape positive outcomes for individuals, families and communities. The Department’s programs and services collaborate with local health departments and state, federal and private partners to touch the lives of every Californian and visitor to the state 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. With a focus on the future, CDPH is transforming into a continuously improving, agile organization that adapts to a growing science of public health and California’s dynamic environment to continue our long history of public health successes. The Office of Communications (Comms) coordinates CDPH’s communications activities. Comms supports the strategic goals of CDPH through responding to questions from the news media, reporting public health data, manages CDPH's social media and website content, composing and distributing the Department's internal communications, and working on proactive public health messaging to both general audiences and underserved communities. The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year. Desirable Qualifications Portfolio showing short-form social video shot, edited, and published Advanced skill in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects and Photoshop Experience creating 2D animation, motion graphics, animated infographics, and kinetic typography a plus Ability to turn complex health data into clear, engaging visual content Experience producing vertical, square, and horizontal video for multiple platforms Experience with camera, lighting, and audio for field and studio shoots Knowledge of accessibility standards, including captions and alt text Experience creating plain-language, culturally responsive content Experience assisting with planning and evaluating social media strategy using analytics Experience producing rapid-response content during emergencies Strong script writing skills Ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment Bilingual Spanish or other language skills a plus Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position. Department Website: Human Resources Contact: Human Resources Division View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io Hiring Unit Contact: Jill Dale View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office. EEO Contact: EEO Office View phone number on click.appcast.io California Relay Service: View phone number on click.appcast.io (TTY), View phone number on click.appcast.io (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants. #J-18808-Ljbffr