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OPS Communications Specialist

Description

Salary: $15.00 to $20.00 per hour

Posting Closing Date: 02/27/2017

OPS Communications Specialist

Office of the Secretary

State of Florida Department of Management Services

This position is located in Tallahassee

This is a temporary position that is not anticipated to last more than six months

The Department of Management Services (DMS) is a customer-oriented agency responsible for managing various business-related functions throughout state government. Under the direction of Florida Governor Rick Scott and the executive leadership team at DMS, the agency oversees the real estate, procurement, human resources, group insurance, retirement, telecommunications, private prisons, and fleet and federal property assistance programs utilized throughout Florida’s state government. The Department of Management Services is relied upon to establish, maintain and improve the business processes used by state employees in doing their jobs to serve our Floridians. Department of Management Services staff facilitates the delivery of these programs and services and provides tools and training to bolster the efficiency and effectiveness of the state’s workforce. It is amidst this backdrop that the Florida Department of Management Services strives to achieve its motto, “We serve those who serve Florida.” Under the leadership of DMS Secretary Chad Poppell, DMS employees strive to embody four pillars on a daily basis: establishing a process-oriented mindset; challenging the status quo; creating efficiencies; and respecting state employees.

Position Summary:

The Department of Management Services is seeking a communications professional to serve in DMS’ Office of Communications located in the Office of the Secretary. This OPS Communications Specialist is responsible for developing and editing diverse types of written communications. This position provides an opportunity to interact with DMS executives, members of the press, and various internal and external stakeholders. Ability to thrive in a fact-pace environment is essential to being successful in this position.

Position responsibilities:
•Work closely with the Communications Director to positively promote DMS’ initiatives through internal and external communications.
•Edit all communication materials, including internal and external reports, news releases, social media campaigns, and internal newsletters and publications.
•Research and produce clear, concise educational and promotional written content related to agency initiatives and programs on behalf of DMS and the Governor’s Office.
•Collaborate with DMS’ nine divisions to assist with internal and external marketing campaigns.
•Monitor press clippings related to DMS initiatives and share with DMS senior leadership team on a daily basis.
•Collaborate with Communications team to conceptualize and produce visually and rhetorically appealing graphics and texts.
•Provide courteous, timely, and accurate customer service when engaging with members of the press, the public and internal customers.
•Aid in the development of social media strategies that enhance the agency’s social media presence on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
•Field correspondences from constituents and media representatives.
•Maintain a high standard of professionalism as a member of DMS’ Office of the Secretary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

The ideal candidate will possess the following:
•Ability to accurately and quickly develop original content.
•Ability to effectively communicate complex information to diverse stakeholders.
•Ability to consistently perform in a fast-paced environment.
•Ability to quickly adapt to change.
•Ability to manage and execute multiple high-priority projects.
•Skilled in editing technical written communications for both substantive and grammatical errors.
•Skilled in social media communications and campaigns.
•Skilled in development of internal newsletters.
•Knowledge of AP style guide.
•Knowledge of developing social media campaigns.
•Knowledge of media relations.
•Strong attention to detail.
•Strong customer service principles.

Minimum Qualifications:

The OPS Communications Specialist must possess at least four years of professional experience as a writer, editor, public relations manager, or a related profession. Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in communications, writing, marketing, public relations, or a related field may substitute for the required professional experience. A combination of four years of relevant education and experience is acceptable.

Preferred Qualifications:
•Professional experience working in Florida’s executive or legislative branches.
•Professional experience in communicating with executive-level stakeholders.
•Professional experience with fielding requests from the media.
•Professional experience maintaining a public website.
•Knowledge of Florida’s public record laws.

The Department of Management Services is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DMS Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 488-2707. DMS requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

DMS appreciates the service and sacrifices made by veterans and their family members. Further, DMS recognizes the immeasurable value veterans bring to the workplace and is committed to increasing the number of veterans that serve in its workforce.

Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:
•Professional experience working in Florida’s executive or legislative branches.
•Professional experience in communicating with executive-level stakeholders.
•Professional experience with fielding requests from the media.
•Professional experience maintaining a public website.
•Knowledge of Florida’s public record laws.

How to Apply

https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/TALLAHASSEE-OPS-COMMUNICATIONS-SPECIALIST-72901405-FL-32399/391898600/

Job Originally Posted on: Tuesday, February 21, 2017