Public Information Officer

The Communication Division within the Department of Workforce Services (DWS) is looking for a skilled and motivated individual to fill a Public Information Officer II position. We offer a great place to work, learn and grow professionally.

This is a full-time position for a mid-level to experienced communication professional. We are looking for a candidate who is a good fit for our communication team regardless of years of experience — whether you’re looking to continue to learn and grow your skills or you’re a seasoned professional. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Duties will include:

• Managing the development and execution of strategic communications for assigned divisions and programs within the department.
• Managing news media relations, including incoming requests, proactive pitching, coordinating responses, planning media events and drafting messaging.
• Educating the public and state agencies regarding agency programs, goals and objectives.
• Writing and editing articles, brochures, reports, scripts, news releases or material of a technical nature.
• Creating and maintaining content for social media platforms and internal employee portal.
• Assisting with technical, photographic, audiovisual and related services.
• Coordinating and managing creative design, multimedia or website requests.

The ideal candidate for this position is someone who:

• Has a minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience.
• Has a bachelor’s degree related to communication or public relations.
• Has experience working in a public relations, advertising or marketing agency.
• Has experience related to media relations and social media, and coordinating creative design and multimedia video.
• Has experience working in a team environment.
• Is detail oriented and a self-starter.

Besides working for a fantastic agency that is dedicated to helping the citizens of Utah, you will receive great health and retirement benefits.  to view a summary of benefits we offer. We also provide generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work-life balance.

The mission of Workforce Services is to strengthen Utah's communities by supporting the economic stability and quality of our workforce. Today, more than 2,200 Workforce Services employees assist individuals in preparing for and finding jobs, meeting workforce needs of Utah businesses, administering temporary assistance, and providing economic data and analysis. Through a collaborative approach, the department has served millions of Utahns and has become a leader on several statewide initiatives.

These include intergenerational poverty, homelessness, affordable housing, supporting refugees, helping rural communities, serving veterans and individuals with disabilities, and getting Utahns trained and back to work. To learn more about Workforce Services, .

DHRM rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state of Utah employees.

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.