Public Information Officer 1

State of Ohio; Reynoldsburg (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Board of Nursing is seeking a Communications specialist to plan and direct its media and public information program, including internal newsletters, emails and event planning. This role supports management and Board staff on messaging and branding, and coordinates content for speeches and public events.

The candidate will produce multimedia content, manage internal sites, and collaborate with agency personnel to engage employees and the public effectively.

Qualifications

• 30+ months in journalism/communication with public multi-media, writing, and public meetings; valid driver's license.
• Or completion of undergraduate core program in journalism or communication; 6+ months public multimedia experience; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct the agency's media and public information program.
• Draft articles for publications and respond to requests for speeches and events.
• Create multimedia content and manage newsletters and intranet sites.
• Coordinate staff engagement events and provide AV support for meetings.

Skills

Social Media Management

Communications

Public Relations

Web Design

Education

Undergraduate core program in journalism or communication

Job description

At the direction of the supervisor, plans & directs the agency’s media & public information program (i.e., internal newsletter, agency wide information emails & event planning & coordinating). Serves to support & act as back up to advising & consulting management personnel & Board staff regarding public relations strategies, messaging & branding. Responds to requests for speeches, presentations and public informational events. Drafts articles for Board publications (e.g., President and Director contribution articles for Momentum Magazine). Maintains & updates internal employee websites and intranet content (e.g, utilizes Canva or Full Adobe Creator Suite or similar program). Works collaboratively with agency personnel to plan, organize & distribute employee newsletter & internal announcements.

Responsible for assisting in the creation of multimedia & content creation (e.g., photographs new staff members for internal & external use; creates short information videos for the Board’s website & internal platforms; implements, produces & manages Board’s podcast (e.g., schedules, records, edits & publishes)).

Assists in planning & coordinating staff engagement events, including logistics, communications & promotion (e.g., Employee Care Committee, Operation Feed, Combined Charitable Campaign (CCC), etc.). Assists Board staff with the setup & execution (e.g., providing audiovisual support, troubleshooting & live operation of necessary equipment) of in-person & virtual presentations (e.g., Board meetings).

Performs other duties as assigned (e.g., may represent manager on committees, meetings &/or conferences, give speeches to target audiences). Attends meetings &/or training sessions to keep current of changes in law, rules & procedures impacting assigned areas of responsibility.

30 mos. exp. in field of journalism or communication dealing in public multi-media techniques & relations, public speaking, news writing, reporting & editing or technical report translation & communication dealing in public meetings; valid driver's license.

• Or completion of undergraduate core program in journalism or communication; 6 mos. exp. in public multi-media techniques & relations in field of journalism or communication; valid driver's license.
• Or 12 mos. exp. as Public Information Specialist, 64420; valid driver's license.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills

Communications

Organization

Nursing Board

Agency Contact Name and Information

[e-mail]

Work Location

AB Graham Building

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Licking County-Reynoldsburg

Compensation

$30.22

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

8:00a - 5:00p as directed

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

Exempt from Union

Technical Skills

Social Media Management, Communications, Public Relations, Web Design

Professional Skills

Attention to Detail, Flexibility, Public Speaking, Responsiveness, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Proofreading

Agency Overview

The Ohio Board of Nursing (OBN) regulates more than 330,000 licenses and certificates. OBN licenses and regulates Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Advanced Practice Nurses (APRNs), Dialysis Technicians (DTs), Community Health Workers (CHWs) and Medication Aides (MA-Cs). OBN's top priorities are to efficiently license the nursing workforce and remove unsafe practitioners from practice in a timely manner to protect Ohio patients. Public protection is critical, as nursing touches virtually every citizen of Ohio.