Public Information & Education Specialist – Hawaii

State-of-Hawai; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Director at the State of Hawaii, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, is seeking a communications professional to support the department's public information program and consumer protection education initiatives. The role involves preparing materials for multiple media channels and coordinating statewide outreach events.

Required are a bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field and at least 2.5 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 2.5 years of professional experience in communications, public relations, digital media, education, or marketing.
• Ability to develop informational materials and communicate effectively to diverse audiences.
• Experience coordinating outreach and consumer education programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently support the department's public information program and consumer protection education efforts.
• Prepare informational materials for dissemination through media and outreach events.
• Plan and execute statewide consumer protection education activities.
• Foster effective communication within the department and with external partners.

Skills

Public information campaigns

Written communication

Media relations

Training and guidance

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field

Job description

The Office of the Director at the State of Hawaii, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, is seeking a communications professional to support the department's public information program and consumer protection education initiatives. The role involves preparing materials for multiple media channels and coordinating statewide outreach events.

Required are a bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field and at least 2.5 years of related experience.