Position Description

This is a Public Information Officer 1 position located with the Department of Taxation. This position may be filled in either Carson City or Las Vegas, depending on the location of the selected candidate. To apply to the Las Vegas location, please see requisition ID 19055; for Reno, please see requisition ID 19241. Using modern communications equipment and social media, Public Information Officers manage the public relations and public information program for an agency on a statewide basis; write media releases, newsletters, and informational brochures; produce multi-media presentations and take photographs; design, organize and maintain web platforms.

The incumbent will write news releases, create informational brochures, coordinate and script public service announcements, and research and author articles for publication and/or to inform the public of activities or items of interest; organize, draft, and edit material for printing or publication and distribution; evaluate advertising and promotional materials for compatibility with public relations efforts. The incumbent will establish and maintain effective working relationships with State and local government officials and media representatives; respond to queries and direct questions to appropriate staff; arrange press conferences and notify media representatives of newsworthy events. Incumbents will also facilitate research and respond to public information and records requests. The incumbent will develop internal and community relations publicity campaigns designed to build agency morale, community support, and a positive agency image and identity; prepare agency newsletters or brochures; draft and edit articles; layout and design materials for printing; draft speeches for special audiences and attend meetings. The incumbent will collect articles, recordings of radio and television newscasts, and other informational releases pertaining to the agency; maintain informational files of background information; file information in order to monitor and maintain records of press coverage. The incumbent will determine the need for photos or receive photo requests; arrange for appointments or photo shoots; select site and equipment; determine aesthetics and lighting; select poses or angles; print quality photos and/or prepare for publication; write scripts; determine sequence for slide presentations; and create multimedia presentations. Also plan, organize, coordinate, and publicize special events to provide information regarding agency services and activities.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in journalism, English, public or community relations, communications or closely related field and two years of professional experience in public relations or public information including writing media releases and newsletters, preparing speeches and multimedia presentations; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

  
  

The Examination

Application Evaluation Exam

• The exam will consist of an application and resume evaluation. It is essential that applications/resumes include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.

Special Requirements