Public Information Officer

Division of Administration

The Division of Administration provides overall leadership and administrative support for all Divisions. The Division includes the Office of Director, Communications, Fiscal, Human Resources, IT, Legal and Legislative Affairs.

• Plans, directs, and administers all public information within assigned divisions, including news releases and social media content.
• Responds to media inquiries and public records requests and develops proactive pitches with media based on division initiatives.
• Helps create video strategy, content, programs, and materials such as brochures, pamphlets, and other publications. Serves as resource person for information on agency programs and activities, as well as first edits on speeches for Director and Superintendents.
• Handles sensitive and confidential contacts and inquiries from the industry, business representatives and the public.
• Plays a key role in identifying and developing content to share internally with employees, such as articles that highlight the agency’s work, for inclusion in the agency’s weekly internal newsletter and intranet.

• 30 months experience in the field of journalism or communication dealing in public multi-media techniques & relations, public speaking, news writing, reporting & editing or technical report translation & communication dealing in public meetings; valid driver’s license.
• Or completion of undergraduate core program in journalism or communication; 6 months experience in public multi‑media techniques & relations in field of journalism or communication; valid driver’s license.
• Or 12 months experience as Public Information Specialist, 64420; valid driver’s license.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Communications

Commerce

Email: molly.williamso.gov

Phone:

Jul 26, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Pay range 11, Step 1: $30.22/hour

Full‑time

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Classified

Exempt from Union

Business, Customer Service, Operational Support

Creativity, Listening, Responsiveness, Strategic Thinking

The Mission of the Ohio Department of Commerce is promoting prosperity by protecting what matters most.

As the state’s chief regulator, the Department of Commerce impacts Ohioans every day. We are motivated by our mission to promote prosperity for businesses and licensees by protecting what matters most to the residents of our state. We ensure compliance through proactive outreach, education, and customer‑focused service.

Commerce is comprised of nine operating divisions and one standalone program that span a variety of industries including real estate, liquor, banking, securities, firefighting, construction and skilled trades, and cannabis. Through exceptional compliance practices and oversight, Commerce has a direct role in protecting Ohioans.

• Inclusive
• Motivated
• Proactive
• Accountable
• Customer‑Focused
• Teamwork