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APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$48,337.20 to
$71,806.32
PAY GRADE: 35
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 work independently with little or no additional training.
This position works within the Department of Agriculture and is located in Sparks, NV. Under the supervision of the Public Information Officer II, this position will primarily do communications and promotions production work for the Nevada Department of Agriculture, including writing, production/preparation and proofreading of materials (reports, digital media, news release and other promotional publications) in print and online. The position produces, coordinates and reviews design, graphics and printing functions; plans, implements and updates social media and websites; and shoots and edits photography and videography projects. The position also develops strategic communications plans, stakeholder communications and materials for presentation at board meetings, conferences, trade shows and other events. In addition, the position assists with public outreach, media relations and interviews, key message development and public information requests. If selected for an interview, please be prepared to present a 10-minute presentation that highlights your work samples, the role you played in developing each sample and your reason for selecting each sample. Audiovisual equipment will be available for your use during the presentation if needed. *** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. ***
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 two years of professional experience in public relations or public information including writing media releases and newsletters, preparing speeches and multimedia presentations; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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25% travel requirement. |
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A valid drivers license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. |
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1) Please describe your experience in creating effective communication across a variety of mediums (video, audio, graphic design, social media, etc.) including type of program and activities involved and specific timeframes work was performed.
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2) Please describe your experience in writing and implementing communications or public relations plans including size and type of program and activities involved and specific timeframes work was performed.
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3) Please describe your experience in managing multiple projects and deadlines including size and type of program and activities involved and specific timeframes work was performed.
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4) Please attach at least three (3) professional writing and creative examples to your application that best demonstrate your ability to fulfill the position described above. Samples could include an article, blog post, speech, communication/public relations plan, annual report, press release, video, website, advertisement, etc.
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