What are the responsibilities and job description for the Press Secretary, Information & Communications Specialist III, (65023490) position at State of North Carolina?
Description of Work
Not sure you meet all listed requirements? Let our team take a look. Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
THE STARTING SALARY IS LIMITED TO $70,000. Salary offers for the selected candidate are based on the candidate's education and experience related to the position, as well as our agency budget and equity.
The Press Secretary will be a member of the Department of Justice’s communications team, reporting to the Communications Director and supporting the team’s efforts to communicate the work of the department and the Attorney General to serve the people of North Carolina.
DOJ’s communications team works to communicate the work of the department and the Attorney General to serve the people of North Carolina. We work with media and use digital and social media platforms to educate North Carolinians about efforts to safeguard their rights, prevent and respond to scams, and protect our communities and resources. The office also works to ensure that public information about the office is accurate and up to date.
Communications and press management
This position will support the Department's Communications and press management. Communications and press management support will include:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, media, journalism, English, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of experience in communications, public relations, or publicity work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
Note the following: If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
Resumes and cover letters: To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. This information is used to determine if you meet the requirements of the position, and if you are selected, it is used to determine a salary offer.
Using the terms "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will not be accepted, and your application will be rejected as incomplete. Cover letters are highly encouraged but not required.
Transcripts: Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. A copy of your transcripts indicating the degree received can be uploaded with your application. If a transcript has been requested, your application will be considered incomplete if you do not provide one. Using a photograph of your diploma is not acceptable.
Credit for foreign degrees will only be given if verification of degree certification is attached to your application. Transcripts for foreign degrees have to be evaluated by an organization like World Education Services to determine US equivalency.
Any licenses or certificates must be included in the appropriate section of the application form.
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 or discharge orders.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if you are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If you are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, you must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
Application status: To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take an average of 6 – 8 weeks. All applicants will be notified by email once a position is filled.
If you are having technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the NC DOJ Human Resources office.
The NC Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The NC Department of Justice uses Merit-Based Recruitment to select from among the most qualified applicants to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act.
Contact Information
NC Department of Justice
Human Resources
humanresources@ncdoj.gov
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For Permanent And Time-limited Appointments
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 hours work/week for participation.
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What, if any, experience do you have with student journalism?
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What experience do you have crafting messages or press materials on behalf of a public official or government agency?
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What types of social media platforms are you comfortable with, in either a professional or personal capacity?
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What types of writing have you done in previous educational or professional environments?
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What type of speechwriting have you done on behalf of principals?
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Where did you learn about NC DOJ or this job opportunity?
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The North Carolina Department of Justice requires applications to include all education and work experience, with detail. Applicants must attach any requested attachments. Applications with "see attached" or "see résumé" are not completed applications. Please return to your application and verify it is complete before submitting it.
Not sure you meet all listed requirements? Let our team take a look. Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
THE STARTING SALARY IS LIMITED TO $70,000. Salary offers for the selected candidate are based on the candidate's education and experience related to the position, as well as our agency budget and equity.
The Press Secretary will be a member of the Department of Justice’s communications team, reporting to the Communications Director and supporting the team’s efforts to communicate the work of the department and the Attorney General to serve the people of North Carolina.
DOJ’s communications team works to communicate the work of the department and the Attorney General to serve the people of North Carolina. We work with media and use digital and social media platforms to educate North Carolinians about efforts to safeguard their rights, prevent and respond to scams, and protect our communities and resources. The office also works to ensure that public information about the office is accurate and up to date.
Communications and press management
This position will support the Department's Communications and press management. Communications and press management support will include:
- Hire and manage the communications team interns
- Review and provide feedback on drafts of briefing documents and communications team deliverables from the press assistant and other members of the attorney general’s team
- Work closely with the attorney general, chief deputy attorney general, chief of staff, and communications director to finalize press statements on behalf of the office and the attorney general and prepare the attorney general for public events and interviews
- Draft and circulate press deliverables for approval, including press releases, statements, and interview talking points
- Work closely with the consumer protection director, the civil bureau chief, and the criminal bureau chief to highlight the work of the office to defend our clients and protect North Carolinians.
- Serve as day-to-day point of contact for media requests for information and interviews and serve as the on-the-record spokesperson for the office
- Manage response to public records requests from the media, in coordination with the general counsel’s office
- Plan and manage logistics for press conference, interviews, and events with the attorney general
- Draft and send consumer alerts
- Draft internal emails on behalf of the attorney general and office leadership
- Work with the office’s Public Protection Section on public-focused outreach and initiatives
- Ensure that all content is accurate, grammatically correct, spelled correctly, and meets AP standards
- Review and approve editorial calendar and social media content
- Review and approve photos and videos before posting and assist with video and photo editing
- Plan rollout of office initiatives and campaigns on social and digital media
- Execute paid media efforts
- Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
- Strong analytical and communication skills, both verbal and written, demonstrating ability to express opinions, proactively address problems, and work through conflict in a constructive manner.
- Ability to communicate effectively to the public via email, over the telephone, and in person, and ability to develop basic understanding of North Carolina law.
- Strong grammar and spelling skills that meet AP standards
- Ability to work on tight deadlines and respond to media requests
- Highly organized with demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time, evaluate progress, and adjust activities to complete projects within established timeframes.
Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, media, journalism, English, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of experience in communications, public relations, or publicity work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
Note the following: If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
Resumes and cover letters: To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. This information is used to determine if you meet the requirements of the position, and if you are selected, it is used to determine a salary offer.
Using the terms "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will not be accepted, and your application will be rejected as incomplete. Cover letters are highly encouraged but not required.
Transcripts: Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. A copy of your transcripts indicating the degree received can be uploaded with your application. If a transcript has been requested, your application will be considered incomplete if you do not provide one. Using a photograph of your diploma is not acceptable.
Credit for foreign degrees will only be given if verification of degree certification is attached to your application. Transcripts for foreign degrees have to be evaluated by an organization like World Education Services to determine US equivalency.
Any licenses or certificates must be included in the appropriate section of the application form.
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 or discharge orders.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if you are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If you are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, you must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
Application status: To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take an average of 6 – 8 weeks. All applicants will be notified by email once a position is filled.
If you are having technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the NC DOJ Human Resources office.
The NC Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The NC Department of Justice uses Merit-Based Recruitment to select from among the most qualified applicants to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act.
Contact Information
NC Department of Justice
Human Resources
humanresources@ncdoj.gov
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For Permanent And Time-limited Appointments
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 hours work/week for participation.
01
What, if any, experience do you have with student journalism?
02
What experience do you have crafting messages or press materials on behalf of a public official or government agency?
03
What types of social media platforms are you comfortable with, in either a professional or personal capacity?
04
What types of writing have you done in previous educational or professional environments?
05
What type of speechwriting have you done on behalf of principals?
06
Where did you learn about NC DOJ or this job opportunity?
07
The North Carolina Department of Justice requires applications to include all education and work experience, with detail. Applicants must attach any requested attachments. Applications with "see attached" or "see résumé" are not completed applications. Please return to your application and verify it is complete before submitting it.
- I have reviewed my application and verify that it is complete.
- Required Question
Salary : $70,000
