OPS Public Information Specialist II - 77902476

Science Technology Engineering And Mathematics; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission seeks a Public Information Specialist II - Outreach and Education Specialist to lead outreach and education initiatives in Tallahassee. You will create educational materials, manage digital content, and develop multimedia resources while coordinating partnerships to boost public awareness of invasive plant management.

The role requires strong communication, project management, and creative design skills, with occasional travel and evening/weekend

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or four years of professional experience in natural science, environmental education, journalism, or related field (or bachelor's degree substitutes for experience)
• Valid Florida Driver's License with ability to travel and work some evenings and weekends
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom
• Proven experience in public relations, communications, or environmental outreach with exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with social media, website management, and content creation for diverse audiences

Responsibilities

• Lead public outreach and education initiatives for the Invasive Plant Management Section
• Create educational materials and manage digital content
• Develop multimedia resources and coordinate partnerships to raise awareness
• Work independently in Tallahassee and report to supervisor
• Coordinate with stakeholders to expand outreach across Florida

Skills

Public relations

Communications

Content creation

Social media management

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4 years experience in related field

High school diploma with 4 years experience in natural science/environmental education/journalism

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Lightroom

Job description

The Public Information Specialist II - Outreach and Education Specialist leads public outreach and education initiatives for the Invasive Plant Management Section of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The role involves creating educational materials, managing digital content, developing multimedia resources, and coordinating partnerships to increase public awareness of invasive plant management across Florida. The position works independently in Tallahassee, reporting to Mariah McInnis, and requires strong communication, project management, and creative design skills.

Key qualifications

• High school diploma plus four years of professional experience in natural science, environmental education, journalism, or related field (or bachelor's degree substitutes for experience)
• Valid Florida Driver's License with ability to travel and work some evenings and weekends
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom
• Proven experience in public relations, communications, or environmental outreach with exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with social media, website management, and content creation for diverse audiences