Communications and Digital Specialist

Agency

Dept of State Treasurer

State , Local Gov Finance

Information & Communications Spec II (NS)

NC13

Our mission is to preserve, protect and sustain the state’s pension and healthcare plans, generate investment returns in excess of comparable public pensions, properly account for and report on all funds that are deposited, invested, and disbursed through the North Carolina Department of State Treasurer, assure the financially sound issuance of debt for state and local governments, maintain the state’s “AAA” bond rating, and provide exemplary service across all divisions of the Department.

DST is looking for a Communications and Digital Specialist for the State and Local Government Finance Division. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including health insurance, paid vacation, paid sick time, paid holidays, as well as retirement.

*** The anticipated hiring rate for this position is between $70,000 to $80,000, based on available funding and internal equity considerations. ***

*** This position will have the ability to telework one day per week once fully oriented***

This position has been designated as non-exempt in accordance with North Carolina General Statute § 126-5 (c1) (24).;
In furtherance of the Department of State Treasurer’s existing ethics and transparency programs, this position is subject to the ethics and conflict of interest requirements of the Department of State Treasurer Supplemental Ethics Policy (Tier 2 Ethics Policy). ().

This position will:

The Communications and Digital Specialist will work with internal teams and colleagues across the state to develop, manage and distribute information using a wide variety of communication methods. This person will engage with media and the public to support education, awareness and outreach efforts.

• Write and/or copyedit media advisories, press releases and blog posts related to State and Local Government Finance Division (SLGFD)
• Assist with maintaining SLGFD website, intranet blog and publicly posted documents
• Maintain working knowledge of ADA Title II requirements and WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.
• Create, edit and distribute statewide communications to units of local government
• Produce or assist with PowerPoint and other visual presentations for SLGFD staff
• Serve as a subject matter expert for communications related to SLGFD
• Attend regular meetings with SLGFD staff
• Document agency activities and communication to maximize positive internal and external media exposure
• Draft or assist with video scripts and evergreen content to promote SLGFD concepts, accomplishments and capabilities

• Experience in writing for internal, external and/or social media materials.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of web maintenance, including CMS, digital best practices and attention to end-use experience

• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite
• Creativity and ability to develop ideas and scripts when working with complex ideas.
• Experience with principles of graphic design.
• Experience writing about or working with local governments
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
• Ability to copy/edit and adapt writing to AP Style

Inquiries and applications will be kept strictly confidential.

Salary Range - $50,088 - $87,654

This position may be assigned additional job functions as needed. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required…