What are the responsibilities and job description for the INFORMATION OFFICER I (SPECIALIST) position at Department of Transportation?
Under the general direction of the Public & Legislative Affairs Information Branch Manager (an Information Officer II), the Public Information Officer is required to possess excellent writing and speaking skills and the ability to think strategically, clearly communicate complicated topics in a manner understandable to the general public, create concise and well-written narratives to respond to media inquiries, and act as a Department spokesperson. The Public Information Officer Generalist must possess expert proficiency in drafting public-facing collateral, such as: press releases, media advisories and talking points vital to sharing the department's priorities with external parties. Additionally, the Specialist must exercise judgment in identifying negative and emergent media issues or inquiries and exhibit leadership in developing strategic and timely responses. The Specialist will research, plan, write, and edit a variety information materials to disseminate to stakeholders, the media, the public and Department staff about the Department's activities and objectives. The Specialist will be responsible for communicating the District's and Department's administrative policies to diverse internal and external audiences, while ensuring a coordinated message is conveyed. The Specialist will research information to prepare talking points and press releases and prepare and disseminate the information. The specialist will also strategically develop and pitch stories to the media favorable to the Department. Media inquiries will require the Specialist to respond in writing and on camera. Incumbent will manage a diverse workload, paying attention to detail, juggle multiple tasks and assignments. Punctual and regular attendance is required.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Information Officer I examination list. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. The exam is located here: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1275
PARF 10-26-0198 / JC-517228
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Position is located at 1976 E Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Stockton, San Joaquin County.
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.