Public Information Officer(Job Id 13800)

 Job ID: 13800

Agency: Department of Social Services 

Salary: $20.76 - $21.80 per hour; depending on experience 

Pay Grade: GJ

This is a full-time position with the Department of Social Services. For more information on the Department of Social Services, please visit https://dss.sd.gov/.

The Department of Social Services is seeking a Public Information Officer. The Public Information Officer plans and implements communication services for the Department of Social Services. Responsibilities include directing communications with the media on department programs, services, and general information; coordinating presentations for various groups; managing the department's website; and assisting with special inter-agency projects.

Entry knowledge and abilities may be acquired through any combination of training and/or experience that will enable the incumbent to possess the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. A general qualification guideline is a bachelor's degree in mass communications or graphic arts and experience in media relations.

Knowledge of:

Ability to:

VETERANS' PREFERENCE ELIGIBLE 

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. 

The State of South Dakota offers paid employee health insurance plus ten paid holidays, generous vacation leave accrual, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information please visit https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.