Communication Specialist (Information Specialist 3)

DGS Office of External Affairs; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing seeks a Communication Specialist to strengthen the agency’s public presence in Des Moines. The role reports to the Chief Operating Officer and works across the Administration Division to advance regulatory communications.

You will manage strategic communications, develop social media content, create press releases, and deliver public relations services to inform stakeholders and support the agency’s mission.

Qualifications

• Four years of full-time work experience in planning and developing content for traditional media, websites, social media, or public speaking.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and editing software.
• Experience with Drupal platform content management.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic communications for the agency.
• Develop social media content and campaigns.
• Create press releases and other public-facing materials.
• Deliver public relations services to support regulatory missions.

Skills

Organization skills

Attention to detail

Collaborative work with diverse groups

Public service mindset

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Editing software

Drupal CMS

Job description

The Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (DIAL) seeks a Communication Specialist to join the Administration Division at the central office in Des Moines. The role involves managing strategic communications, developing social media content, creating press releases, and delivering public relations services to support the agency's regulatory mission. The position reports to the Chief Operating Officer and works collaboratively across the department to enhance communications and stakeholder engagement.

Key qualifications:

• Working proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and editing software
• Experience with Drupal platform content management
• Four years of full-time work experience in planning and developing content for traditional media, websites, social media, or public speaking
• High level of organization skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and provide high-quality service