Regional Communications Manager

Idaho Department of Fish and Game Career Opportunity

Please note: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 p.m. MDT on the posting end date.

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking a Regional Communications Manager at our Salmon Regional office.

Why IDFG? We are a premier natural resource agency dedicated to preserving, protecting, perpetuating, and managing Idaho's fish and wildlife for this great state. We are committed to creativity, innovation, and excellence as we cultivate opportunities for our customers to engage with our natural resources and become resource stewards for future generations. We are highly dedicated to our mission, committed to our team, and we know how to balance work/life commitments while loving the work we do.

What We Offer:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance - employee only coverage for PPO $70.74/month for medical and vision & $12.08/month for dental
• Participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start (accumulate approximately 3 weeks of vacation the first year, and increasing with state longevity)
• Eleven paid holidays a year
• Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Multiple saving plans-optional 401k and 457 plans
• Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance - state provided basic life insurance coverage and affordable supplemental plans
• Public Sector Student Loan Forgiveness (eligibility requirements may apply)
• Employee Assistance Program - confidential support, information, and resources for all of life's challenges
• State and Department Wellness Programs
• Ongoing training opportunities
• Potential flexible work schedule

• Provides coordination for communicating regional issues and information to constituents through various media (e.g. web site, social media, print, broadcast media, photos, videos, etc.)
• Develops an in-depth knowledge of regional issues, programs, and constituents to support communication activities.
• Write and edit articles, reports, newsletters, and brochures.
• Acts as regional social media lead and coordinate social media posting activities; monitors content and communications on social media and ensures accurate and consistent messaging across programs.
• Maintains a relationship with local media and may participate in interviews for television news, radio broadcasts, podcasts or other communication outlets.
• Assists with the development of public meeting displays/exhibits and participates in public meetings and outreach activities.
• Operates and maintains audio/visual equipment and maintains photo and audio/visual reference files.
• Coordinates with Bureau of Communications for statewide messaging on department-wide issues, as well as providing information, news, and updates related to the customer service, branding, and the overall information delivery and messaging for the agency.
• Implements regional hunting and fishing recruitment, retention, and reactivation programs and coordinates implementation of statewide recruitment, retention and reactivation programs.
• Assists at a regional level with data tracking and analysis.
• May develop mission-centric (i.e. hunting, fishing, trapping) workshops, seminars, and clinics for regional and/or statewide implementation.
• May collaborate with other government agencies, NGOs, and businesses in the development and execution of programs.
• Implement regional Aquatic education program.
• Directs regional hunter education efforts through supervision of a regional Hunter Education Technician.
• Participates in work plans and field activities so that the purpose of regional programs can be effectively communicated to the public (e.g. tagging, trapping, relocating fisheries and wildlife species, conducting habitat surveys, assisting with check stations, etc.)

(All qualifications listed below are required. To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the minimum experience and/or education standards as outlined in the typical qualification guidelines. A detailed resume or work history must be submitted, clearly demonstrating/supporting how you meet each requirement. This information is essential to our initial evaluation process. Incomplete applications or those lacking relevant details may not be considered for further review.)

• Good knowledge of producing content using journalistic styles and techniques including written copy, photography and video production for websites, social media, and other publications and distributing those materials to various media platforms. (Typically gained by successful completion of at least four college courses that include writing, journalism, video production, photography and at least two years of experience in a communications field that includes writing copy, preparing press releases, creating content for various media platforms (e.g., short videos, photography, etc.) and managing web pages or social media accounts OR four years of experience in a communications field that includes writing copy, preparing press releases, creating content for various media platforms (e.g., short videos, photography, etc.) and managing web pages or social media accounts OR a Bachelor’s degree or higher in journalism, communications or a closely related field.)
• Some knowledge of supervision. (Typically gained by at least six months of work experience directing the work activities of others (either in a formal supervision role, lead work capacity, or directing the work of temporary personnel) OR completion of a supervisory training course of more than one day.)
• Experience developing presentations, displays, brochures and other outreach materials. (Typically gained by at least two years of work experience that included researching, developing, writing, and editing presentations, displays, brochures, and other outreach materials for various media including print, broadcast, and/or social media.)
• Experience developing and delivering oral presentations to diverse groups on complex topics. (Typically gained by at least two years of work experience where you were required to develop and deliver oral presentations to a diverse group.)

The ideal the candidate will have experience with fish and wildlife management activities and programs. Candidates with such experience may be given additional consideration at time of interviews. If you have experience in this area, please be sure to include it within your resume.

To learn more about the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, please see the following:

• (Video) Idaho Fish and Game - We Make It Happen

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Idaho Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 25
Boise, Idaho 83707

WEBSITE:
https://idfg.idaho.gov/

If you have questions,
please contact us at:

EMAIL:
idfgjob@idfg.idaho.gov

PHONE:
(208) 334-3773

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.