Communications Specialist - Senior

Introduction

The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) is looking for a highly motivated and talented individual to join the Office of the Attorney General as a Communications Specialist - Senior!

Wisconsin DOJ's mission is to protect the public and ensure that justice is done. To continue to meet this mission, the principles of equity, inclusion, and employee well-being have become a foundation for all work performed at DOJ, on behalf of Wisconsinites.

The DOJ is committed to developing and supporting a workforce and culture that is rich in diversity and innovation, where all DOJ employees are able to thrive and make a difference. Click here to learn more about DOJ.

In addition to working with a dynamic group of people, we offer amazing benefits , such as excellent health insurance, ample paid leave, flexible work schedules, and an employee assistance program that offers a variety of programs and resources to help promote wellness. Furthermore, employment within the state of Wisconsin provides job stability, work/life balance, and numerous intrinsic rewards from doing meaningful work.

This position is headquartered at the Risser Justice Center located at 17 West Main Street in Madison.

The deadline to apply for this job announcement is September 3, 2024, at 11:59pm. For any questions, please contact Pamela Fredrick, Human Resources Specialist at fredrickpj@doj.state.wi.us or (608) 419-3546 .

Position Summary

This is a professional level position working under general supervision of the Communications Director appointed by the Attorney General. This position will work closely with the Attorney General, Deputy Attorney General, Chief of Staff, Senior Counsel, Communications Director, Government Affairs Director, Office of the Attorney General Executive Staff Assistant, and the Constituent Services Specialist. The position will be responsible for DOJ communications projects such as planning and coordinating media events, managing DOJ social media, writing and editing external materials, creating informational materials for programs covering diverse and complex subject matter for multiple audiences and stakeholders.

In addition, the position will assist the Government Affairs Director with fulfilling requests for information from state legislators, non-partisan legislative service agencies, stakeholder organizations, and the public. This position has contact with statewide elected leaders, legislators, division administrators, other state agencies, local officials, community leaders, and media.

Salary Information

The Communications Specialist - Senior position is in pay schedule 07 and pay range 04. The starting pay will be between $27.00 - $34.00/hour. Pay for current or former state employees will follow the provisions found in the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan. A 12-month probationary period may be required.

Job Details

This position may be eligible to work remotely up to 40% as part of a hybrid schedule, following an initial training period. Travel to the headquarters is not eligible for travel reimbursement.

High speed internet access is required to meet the needs of remote work.

Occasional in-state travel will be required. Must be eligible to drive when required for travel.

The Department of Justice does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9.

A background check, including fingerprints, will be completed on applicants prior to selection.

Qualifications

Please address the following in your resume and/or letter of qualifications.

Minimally qualified applicants must have education, training and/or experience in the following :

• Creating informational pieces for internal and external audiences (i.e. fact sheets, press releases, web sites, social media content, and/or correspondence).
• Working with program experts to research and write customer focused materials.
• Developing web content using Microsoft Office Suite, graphic design tools and presentation tools such as SharePoint, Google Analytics, Adobe, etc.
• Responding to inquiries and requests from members of the public, customers, policy experts, and/or elected officials.

In addition to the minimum qualifications, a well-qualified applicant will have education, training, and/or experience in the following:

• Leading/managing the development and implementation of communication plans for an organization.
• Directing the social media programs for either an entire organization or part of an organization.
• Working with high level stakeholders such as an appointed or elected official, CEOs, Communication Directors, Executive Directors, etc.
• Working with members of the media.

How To Apply

Apply online! To apply, click on "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Once logged in, click "Apply for Job" and follow the steps outlined in the application process. You will be required to submit a letter of qualifications and resume.

Each time you apply for a job; you should update and tailor your resume and letter of qualifications. You should clearly describe your education, training, and experience related to the items listed in the "Qualifications" section of the job announcement. These qualifications should be addressed in your resume and expanded upon in your letter of qualifications. This will allow a fuller assessment regarding your qualifications and those required for the job applying for.

Your resume should include the following:

• Your educational background including any course work that relates to the position in which you are applying.
• Your employment history, including experiences and/or duties and a summary of accomplishments and skills learned or used.
• Any training or experience, including volunteer work or internships, you have related specifically to the "Qualifications" section of the assessment.
• Spell out any acronyms and/or abbreviations the first time used.

Your letter of qualifications should include:

• Additional information regarding your past work experience, including volunteer work and internships, or coursework you have taken.
• Highlights of your most relevant skills and experiences as they related to the specific job you are applying for.
• Specific examples that clearly demonstrates your level of expertise.

What not to include in your resume or letter of qualifications:

Your application materials should not include any information that is not job-related, such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, creed, disability, or genetic information. Further, do not include any self-identifying information such as photos, social security numbers, political affiliation, citizen status or conviction records.

Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the process. References will be requested from top candidates once interviews have taken place.

NOTE: Current/former State employees interested in a permissive transfer, demotion or reinstatement consideration must also apply.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

We appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply for positions. If any questions arise, please contact Pamela Fredrick, Human Resources Specialist, at fredrickpj@doj.state.wi.us or (608) 419-3546.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply for this job announcement is Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 11:59 PM.