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Public Relations Specialist – Communications Department
Department of Revenue
Administration Division
Scheduled Hours: Monday – Friday – 40 hours per week
Job Posting Open Date: April 3, 2023
Job Posting Close Date: April 14, 2023
Minimum Salary: $45,000 (commensurate with experience and education)
Job Location: This position is located at the Harry S Truman State Office Building, 301 W. High, Jefferson City, MO
Why join the Department of Revenue team?
The Department of Revenue (DOR)—a centerpiece of state government—is in the midst of undergoing an unprecedented transformation, with a laser focus on customer service. As communications is a mission-critical component of this endeavor, the communications team is looking for top talent to enhance its capabilities toward achieving its vision of, “Providing every customer the best experience every time.” As the state’s taxation and motor vehicle and driver licensing agency, the DOR touches the lives of virtually all Missourians. This is an opportunity to be part of something special, something that will positively impact people throughout the state. This is a first-level professional position with growth opportunities. If you are a strong communicator with knowledge of digital media who is creative and desires to learn from, and collaborate with a top-notch professional team and regularly interface with high-level executives across the organization, we want to meet you.
Why is the work you do in this position important to Missouri?
This position is responsible for helping drive internal and external communications to increase awareness of DOR services, programs and initiatives. The successful candidate will be engaged in writing newsletters and/or press releases, planning and creating compelling social media content, including designing captivating graphics.
What will you do in this position?
Draft written communications for print and digital formats
Manage and create social media content
Create and write weekly newsletters – write, edit, and publish content
Create and write presentations – draft public presentation content
Create and write press releases
Review content to ensure it’s ready for publication and distribution
What are the qualifications for the position?
Exceptional writing skills
Knowledge of communication software and other relevant professional design programs
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite
Organized and detail-oriented
Strong work ethic
Ability to communicate information in a clear and concise manner
Must be able to work in a deadline-driven environment
Highly motivated to learn, a self-starter and capable of working independently
Other communication skills such as video production and photography are pluses
Familiarity with Granicus (GovDelivery) a plus
Qualifying experience:
A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or a related field and 2-4 years of relevant experience (substitutions may be allowed).
If you have questions about this position please contact: The Missouri Department of Revenue Human Resources and Total Rewards office at (573) 751-1291.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, an interactive Total Compensation Calculator was created. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here. The State of Missouri is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Full Time
Public Administration
$55k-71k (estimate)
04/07/2023
06/18/2024
mo.gov
JEFFERSON CITY, MO
>50,000
Private
MIKE PARSON
$10B - $50B
Public Administration