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APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$52,742.88 to
$78,613.20
PAY GRADE: 37
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
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Public Information Officers manage the public relations and information program for an agency on a statewide basis; write media releases, newsletters, and informational brochures; produce audiovisual presentations and take photographs.
Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform advanced-level work and may provide work direction and training to others.
THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE PRIOR TO THE POSTED CLOSING DATE DEPENDING ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
The Publications Coordinator (PC) position is responsible for the writing, design and pre-press preparation for the agency's four annual magazines (Nevada Fishing Guide, Big Game Seasons and Applications Regulations, Nevada Big Game Hunting Guide and the Nevada Small Game Hunting Guide) as well as additional educational materials for the public including brochures, posters, signs and presentations. The PC handles all graphic design requests including infographics, logos and graphic elements for magazines and newsletters. As a public information officer, the position also includes writing press releases, media alerts and feature stories, handling media requests and helping with the Department's social media efforts. The Publications Coordinator's duties include serving as a staff photographer for all events including Free Fishing Day, commission meetings, Wildlife captures and releases and other events as assigned. The photos taken at these events are used in NDOW's educational materials throughout the year.
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
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Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in journalism, English, public or community relations, communications or closely related field and three years of professional experience in administering or directing a public information program including writing media releases and newsletters, preparing and presenting speeches and multimedia presentations, independent media contact, development of public relations strategies and journalistic writing; OR one year of experience as a Public Information Officer I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. |
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The incumbent may be required to work a flexible shift, to possibly include some weekends. |
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Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid Nevada driver's license. |
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A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. |
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Experience using social media for professional communications objectives.
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Experience with InDesign software.
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Experience with Adobe Photoshop software.
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Experience with Adobe Illustrator. |
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| The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. |
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1) Describe your experience developing publications including layout and design, editing and writing, communicating with printers and software used in the layout and design process.
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2) Describe your experience writing and editing press releases, media alerts and feature stories.
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3) Describe your experience developing a public relations program and strategies.
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