Public Information Manager I

Job Posting Title

Public Information Manager I

Agency

645 CONSERVATION COMMISSION

Supervisory Organization

Oklahoma Conservation Commission

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

July 19, 2024

Note : Applications will be accepted until 11 : 59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full / Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Hiring Salary up to $68,000.00 based on education and experience.

Job Description

Basic Purpose

The Public Information Officer contributes to fulfilling the Conservation Commission mission and meeting strategic and annual operational and program goals by organizing and implementing the Commission’s public information activities in order to provide the public and media with timely and accurate information in matters of public interest and to provide a positive organizational image.

Typical Functions

• Creation of a comprehensive communications plan for the agency.
• Promotes the agency, local conservation districts and natural resource conservation.
• Raises the awareness of the agency’s work through informative, consistent and appropriate communication.
• Initiates new campaigns and methods for educating the public on conservation and the agency
• Serves as Agency media liaison.
• Establishes, develops and maintains contact with media, professional and civic organizations, and other special interest groups to promote agency programs.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with partner agencies and organizations.
• Prepares and edits agency news releases, newsletters, brochures, and broadcast strips.
• Manages the agency web page and social media accounts.
• Designs and produces online and print graphics and programs for various meetings and events.
• Develops promotional materials for presentation at exhibits, fairs, festivals, conferences, schools, and professional group meetings.
• Travels to local conservation districts for events and to provide assistance with graphics, photos, event promotion and news releases.
• Looks for new ways to increase the agency’s visibility.
• Maintains a clear line of communication with Executive Director and agency leadership.
• Provides in service training for agency staff and conservation districts.
• Serves as photographer for the agency.
• Sets up and operates audiovisual equipment for multiple events per year, which includes negotiating A / V contracts at select venues.
• Maintains the archival and accessibility requirements of agency publications and reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Level Descriptor

Education and Experience

The formal education equivalent of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in journalism, public relations, marketing, agriculture communications, professional writing, or a closely related field;

or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

• A strong interest in the agency’s functions, mission, and programs is required.
• Ability and experience in developing a comprehensive communications plan.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and complete work assignments is needed.
• Knowledge of English usage, including grammar and composition; of accepted styles for materials released to various media;

of visual graphics techniques; of editing techniques and procedures.

• Ability to write and edit; to uphold and practice public relations principles and codes of ethics; to deliver informational presentations.
• To establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Must be skilled in basic digital graphic design and photo editing techniques, including working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite software.

Knowledge of video editing techniques is a plus.

• Must have a working knowledge of a variety of social media platforms including website management, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.
• Knowledge of the legislative process,
• Ability to prepare and present material in a variety of methods and to varied audiences.
• Demonstrate ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds and walk distances. Must be able to safely and legally operate a motor vehicle and travel overnight regularly.

Special Requirements

Customer Service

Helpful to and fulfills requests of customers. Builds positive cooperative relationships with customers. Creates a positive image for the agency and State of Oklahoma.

Attitude, behavior and performance is professional, courteous, respectful and consistent with Values & Behaviors identified in OCC Strategic Plan.

Teamwork

Always willing to assist others to accomplish tasks and be successful. Fosters positive relationships within division and agency as well as other customer groups.

Keeps supervisor informed of schedule, challenges and accomplishments. Advises supervisor of activities in which he should participate.

Participates in division and agency staff meetings. Exemplifies "team player" attitude and behavior with all customer groups.

Problem-Solving

Prioritizes tasks and activities on an ongoing basis. Identifies and pursues necessary resources for solving problems. Seeks innovative and creative solutions.

Takes initiative to address needs. Suggests operational modifications to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Leadership

Sets goals and objectives for projects to promote agency vision and advance agency mission. Work in a manner to positively promote the agency and State of Oklahoma.

Exerts positive influence on customers, clients, co-workers and associates. Recommends changes in work methods to improve performance in the agency or division.

Models leadership development, professional development and organizational development. Leads by example.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday .