PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER 1-3

Nunez Community College; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Revenue is seeking a Public Information Officer in the Public Affairs Division to lead content creation and strategic communications. The role focuses on producing on-brand material across major social platforms and developing a cohesive content calendar aligned with state initiatives and events.

The ideal candidate has experience in PR, journalism, marketing, or related fields, with substitution options for experience, and the possibility of progression within the Public

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in public relations, journalism, marketing, content creation, social media management, or graphic design; OR
• 6 years of full-time experience in any field; OR
• a bachelor's degree. Substitution: every 30 semester hours equals 1 year of experience; max 120 semester hours substitutes for 4 years.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and publish original, on-brand content across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, LinkedIn).
• Develop and manage a comprehensive content calendar for consistent posting around initiatives and events.
• Design visually appealing graphics with Canva to support campaigns and promotions.
• Prepare monthly and campaign-specific reports with key insights and recommendations.
• Capture behind-the-scenes moments and create post-event recaps to extend visibility.

Skills

Building teams

Communicating effectively

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Facebook

Instagram

X/Twitter

TikTok

LinkedIn

Canva

Job description

At the Louisiana Department of Revenue, we are dedicated to fairly and efficiently administering the state’s tax laws to ensure compliance while providing exceptional customer service. We are committed to fostering public trust, enhancing economic growth, and maximizing revenue collection to support essential services that benefit all citizens of Louisiana.

We’re looking for a Public Information Officer to join our Public Affairs Division!

An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:

• Building and Supporting Teams: The ability to combine one’s actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.
• Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
• Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.

Three years of experience in public relations, journalism, marketing, content creation, social media management, or graphic design; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR

A bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience toward the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Create, edit, and publish original, on-brand content including captions, photos, graphics, and videos across platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), TikTok, Linkedln, and emerging channels.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive content calendar to ensure consistent posting around key initiatives, events, and cultural moments.
• Design visually appealing graphics using Canva or similar tools to support campaigns, announcements, and event promotions.
• Prepare monthly and campaign-specific reports summarizing key insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Capture behind-the-scenes moments and create post-event recaps to extend visibility and impact.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, Job Appointment, Detail to Special Duty or WAE

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Public Information Officer 1, 2, or 3.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

This posting may be used to fill vacancies in other divisions available within the Louisiana Department of Revenue within 90 days of the closing date.

A Tax and Natural Disaster Clearance will be conducted on all selected applicants to validate the timely submission of tax returns and payments. It is a requirement that all Revenue employees must adhere to all tax laws of the State of Louisiana.

LA R.S.15:587.5, 587.6 and the IRS require the Louisiana Department of Revenue to conduct a criminal history records check of a prospective employee who will access federal tax information to perform job duties. Any applicant who receives and accepts a conditional offer of employment will require a completed criminal history records check prior to his or her first day of work.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Alexis Bowser
Louisiana Department of Revenue
Human Resources Division
P.O. Box 66378
Baton Rouge, LA 70896

[e-mail]

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.