Information & Communications Spec I - (Temporary)

NC Office of State Human Resources; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

NC Office of State Human Resources, Temporary Solutions, seeks an Information & Communications Spec I (S) to support web content, apply agency standards, and collaborate with stakeholders. The role involves editorial review, accessibility compliance, and content coordination under the Digital Services Division.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in communications or related field; experience is not required, but the role is open to qualified applicants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, journalism, English, or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience allowed.
• Temporary position with hourly pay rate reflected on application.

Responsibilities

• Apply established agency web strategies, editorial standards, style guidance, and accessibility requirements when reviewing and publishing content.
• Assist agency staff with understanding and applying web content standards and identify issues needing review or remediation.
• Work under the Digital Services Division within TMO and be reviewed for content accuracy and adherence to standards.
• Maintain general knowledge of journalistic and publication principles and practices and disseminate information to the public.

Skills

Web content editing

Editorial standards

Accessibility

Content governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, English, or related field

Job description

To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset – OUR EMPLOYEES.

Agency

Office of State Human Resources

Division

Temporary Solutions

Job Classification Title

Information & Communications Spec I (S)

About Us

To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset – OUR EMPLOYEES.

Description Of Work

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

This is a temporary position, and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered, visit www.shpnc.org.

Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information.

Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position to work in a temporary position. All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.

Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, processes, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state.

This temporary position is located at 501 N Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC 27604 - Wake County, with the Department of Revenue.

Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $26.60 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).

Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed in the class specification. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.

Management Preferences

• Applies established agency web strategies, editorial standards, style guidance, content governance practices, and accessibility requirements when reviewing and publishing content
• Assists agency staff with understanding and applying web content standards and identifies content or accessibility issues requiring additional review or remediation
• Work is performed under the direction of the Digital Services Division within TMO and is reviewed for content, technical accuracy, and adherence to established agency standards.
• General knowledge of journalistic, communication, and/or publication principles and practices.
• General knowledge of the techniques of disseminating information to the public through a variety of news media.
• Ability to write according to correct English usage and accepted standards of magazine and press publications.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with representatives of press, radio, and television and other persons contacted in the course of work

Minimum Education And Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, journalism, English, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.