Information Specialist IV

Department-of-State-Health-Services; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance benefits

Telework after training

Job summary

Department of State Health Services in Austin, TX seeks an Information Specialist IV to develop statewide immunization campaigns, manage publications, and coordinate with contractors. The role focuses on creating professional public awareness materials and evaluating campaigns to improve immunization rates across Texas.

The position emphasizes collaboration with healthcare providers, contractors, and internal teams, with telework eligibility after training and a day shift.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Communications, or related field required.
• Experience in public health, public promotion and education, and/or immunizations preferred.
• Experience in graphic design, print publications, and social media content preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and designs publications and training materials using graphics, photographs and/or video.
• Edits and approves copy, design, and script to present final products.
• Develops layout and production design of print publications.
• Develops relationships with external stakeholders to promote immunization messaging and campaigns.

Skills

Graphic design

Public health knowledge

Oral and written communication

Project management

Social media content creation

Research

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Communications, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Job description

Eligible for Telework

$3000 - $4999 per month

Employee Benefits

DSHS offers insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS). To learn more about all the benefits available to you as a DSHS employee and other DSHS opportunities for early career pathways, visit the DSHS Careers Page .

Job Details

• Functional Title: Information Specialist IV
• Job Title: Information Specialist IV
• Agency: Dept of State Health Services
• Department: Immunization Unit
• Posting Number: 22320
• Closing Date: 10/30/2026
• Posting Audience: Internal and External
• Occupational Category: Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, Media
• Salary Range: $4,801.16 - $6,281.33
• Pay Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Group: TEXAS-B-22
• Shift: Day
• Additional Shift: None
• Telework: Eligible for Telework
• Travel: Up to 10%
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Full Time/Part Time: Full time
• FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
• Facility Location:
• Job Location City: Austin
• Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (DHT)
• Other Locations: Austin
• MOS Codes: 4502,4503,4505,4511,4512,4591,8055,165X,35PX,3N0X6,46A,46S,46Z,INF,MC,PA,SEI13

Brief Job Description

Under the supervision of the Public Information, Education, and Training Branch Manager in the DSHS Immunization Section, the Information Specialist IV contributes to the development, implementation, and evaluation of statewide public awareness initiatives geared toward increasing overall immunization rates in Texas. Develops and maintains relationships with healthcare providers and stakeholders in the field of immunization. Works with contractors to create and launch professional quality public awareness and multimedia campaigns. Conducts periodic reviews to determine compliance with state and federal media regulations.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

• (55%) Plans and designs publications and training materials using graphics, photographs and/or video. Edits and approves copy, design, and script to present final products. Uses desktop publishing software to create effective materials for a variety of literacy levels. Develops, implements, and makes recommendations regarding communication distribution strategies for targeted content and instructional videos. Develops the layout and production design of print publications. Uses computer-based software (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.) and traditional methods to meet agency standards and deadlines.
• (20%) Performs complex informational and educational work. Develops layout and design of print materials and social media posts. Conducts research in areas of special interest before or during the development and planning stages of projects. Works with a variety of internal and external professionals (i.e. photographers, graphic designers and/or videographers) to create materials. Meets tight deadlines while managing multiple projects.
• (15%) Develops relationships with external stakeholders to promote immunization messaging and campaigns. Creates informal and/or formal partnerships and encourages entities to provide education to professions or association members about immunization. Works with partners to determine the type of education and materials to provide to immunization stakeholders.
• (5%) Assists in the development and implementation of an immunization internal and external communication strategic plan. Assists in developing programmatic communication and marketing policies and procedures to ensure quality and consistency in public information materials.
• (5%) Performs other duties as assigned which include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Licensure, Certification or Registration

None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of current communication and marketing techniques.
• Knowledge of preparing and editing informational material.
• Knowledge of the public health system.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in graphic design.
• Skills to generate accurate reports and materials under short deadlines.
• Skill in project management.
• Skill in planning and coordinating conferences, meetings, summits, trainings, or workshops.
• Skill in presentation development and delivery.
• Ability to develop marketing strategies.
• Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work productively with a team.
• Ability to work on multiple projects at one time.
• Ability to evaluate and interpret policies and procedures.

Initial Screening Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Communications, or related field required.
• Experience in public health, public promotion and education, and/or immunizations preferred.
• Experience in graphic design, print publications, and social media content preferred.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This position will initially be working in the office for a minimum of two months until training is completed and will be eligible for telework after training is completed. Full salary range may not be offered due to budget limitations.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ .

ADA Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747 or via email at [e-mail] .

Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, and Work Eligibility

• The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
• Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
• DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 form