Communications Representative 9-P11 / SSB / GCSD / Office of School Safety

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Michigan's MSP seeks a Communications Representative to support the OK2SAY Student Safety Program, OSS, and GCSD. You will provide communications support, graphic design, and technology-related consultation to leadership and staff, developing written and visual concepts to inform students, parents, school personnel, other state agencies, and the legislature regarding OK2SAY.

This role oversees OK2SAY website content, posts updates, and represents the program at events and

Qualifications

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, broadcasting, telecommunications, advertising, communication arts, public relations or a related field.
• No specific type or amount of experience is required for Communications Representative 9.
• Two years of professional experience in preparing and disseminating informational and promotional materials equivalent to a Communications Representative, including one year equivalent to a Communications Representative 10.

Responsibilities

• Develop written and visual concepts to communicate critical ideas for OK2SAY.
• Provide communications support and graphic design expertise to OSS and GCSD leadership.
• Oversee OK2SAY website content and post updates consistently.
• Represent the OK2SAY program at school events, conferences, symposia, and expositions.

Skills

Communications

Graphic design

Written communication

Website content management

Technology consultation

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, broadcasting, telecommunications, advertising, or related field

Tools

Content management systems

Graphic design software

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This position serves as a resource for the outreach and education function of the OK2SAY Student Safety Program, as well as the Office of School Safety (OSS) and the Grants and Community Services Division (GCSD). This position provides communications support and graphic design expertise as well as technology-related consultation to the unit, section, and division leadership. This position is an integral member of the OSS team and relied upon to develop written and visual concepts to communicate critical ideas that inform and educate students, parents, school personnel, other state agencies, and the legislature regarding OK2SAY. This position collaborates with other MSP divisions, including the Intelligence Operations Division and Communications and Outreach Division (COD), in order to develop and distribute effective OK2SAY communication materials. This position also has oversight of the OK2SAY website content and is responsible for posting consistent updates. Further, this position represents the OK2SAY Student Safety Program at school events, conferences, symposia, and expositions. This position functions in a bias-free manner.

The Michigan State Police is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace that accepts, respects, and values the unique contributions of everyone. We are actively looking for individuals who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, and who reflect the communities we serve. Our members are expected to perform their tasks and duties in a bias-free manner, ensuring all persons are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect. Join us as we help build a Michigan where everyone feels safe and secure.

The Michigan State Police (MSP) is a full-service policing agency with statewide jurisdiction, providing over 60 different services either directly to Michigan residents or in support of other law enforcement agencies. The MSP personnel most visible to the public are the uniform troopers whose primary responsibilities include traffic enforcement, crime prevention and investigation, and community engagement and service.

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Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, broadcasting, telecommunications, advertising, communication arts, public relations or a related field.

Experience

Communications Representative 9

No specific type or amount is required.

Communications Representative 10

One year of professional experience in preparing and disseminating informational and promotional materials equivalent to a Communications Representative 9.

Communications Representative P11

Two years of professional experience in preparing and disseminating informational and promotional materials equivalent to a Communications Representative, including one year equivalent to a Communications Representative 10.

Alternative Education and Experience

Communications Representative 9

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major with two years of experience equivalent to a Communications Representative may be substituted for the education requirement.

OR

Completion of 60 semester (90 term) credits including 16 semester (24 term) credits in any combination of coursework in the following areas: English, journalism, communications, broadcasting, telecommunications, advertising, communication arts, marketing, or public relations, AND two years of experience equivalent to a Communications Representative may be substituted for the education requirement.

OR

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and four years of experience equivalent to a Communications Representative may be substituted for the education requirement.

This position requires passing a pre-employment screening, including passing a drug screen, criminal history background check, and a fingerprint check by the Michigan State Police.

View the entire job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/C/CommunicationsRepresentative.pdf

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.