City of Columbus is hiring: Public Relations Specialist I - EXAM in Columbus

Public Relations Specialist I - EXAM

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Public Relations Specialist I - EXAM

Salary

$26.33 - $39.51 Hourly

Location

Varies by position

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-3104-C1

Department

60 Columbus Water & Power

Division

Office of the Public Utilities Director

Opening Date

10/06/2025

Closing Date

10/24/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

Definition

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing entry-level public relations work; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

• Prepares and disseminates news stories, press releases, talking points, fact sheets, articles, and other publicity related materials;

• Gathers information through research and prepares factual reports of information;

• Assists or participates in the design of various marketing pieces such as logos, fliers, brochures, print ads, post cards, pamphlets, and programs to be used for educational or informational purposes;

• Scans and manipulates 35mm and digital photos to be utilized for internal and external media publications;

• Assists or participates in the development of newsletters to be read internally or externally;

• Edits educational bulletins, pamphlets, and informational leaflets; writes news stories and articles;

• Utilizes social media channels to disseminate information;

• Answers letters and requests for information including public document requests on matters pertaining to the work of the department, division, agency, project, or program;

• Prepares radio scripts and oral presentations of departmental activities and achievements;

• Prepares reports and maintains records as required;

• May deliver presentations before schools, civic organizations, and business and fraternal clubs;

• May assist in the development of educational projects and participate at events by staffing displays and exhibits.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a bachelor's degree with significant coursework (sixteen (16) semester or twenty-four (24) quarter hours) in journalism, English, communications, marketing, public relations, or another closely related field.

OR

Possession of a bachelor's degree and one (1) year of professional experience in media, journalism, marketing, or public relations.

Test/Job Contact Information

The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will be used to create aNEW, OPEN COMPETITIVE, eligible list for this classification. If you are interested in having your name included on the new eligible list, you will need to apply for this exam within the filing period and successfully complete all phases of the testing process. Questions regarding this process can be directed to the Test Center at 614-645-7439.

The examination process will consist of a Training and Experience Evaluation weighted 100%.

Approved applicants will be notified by mail/email of their scheduled test date and time.

All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score. The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years. If a candidate's name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test.

The certification process will be: Fixed Band

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Short-term Disability

• Life Insurance

• Wellness Program

• Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

01

Do you have a Bachelor's Degree?

• Yes

• No

02

Did your college coursework include 16 semester or 24 quarter hours in journalism, English, communications, marketing, public relations, or a closely related field?

• Yes

• No

03

Do you have one year of professional experience in media, journalism, marketing, or public relations?

• Yes

• No

04

Did you attach a copy of your Bachelor's diploma and/or a copy of your OFFICIAL transcript? If you did not, please go back and do so, otherwise your application will be rejected based on no proof of education.

• Yes, I attached proof of my education

• No, I did not attach proof of my education, and my application will be rejected.

05

Did you include all of your relevant work experience and job duties that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications for the job? If no, return to the "Work" section of this application and add relevant work experience and job duties. Note: A resume' attachment does not substitute for including the relevant information in the "Work" section of this application.

• o Yes, I listed every job and job duty in the "Work" section of this application that demonstrates that I meet the minimum experience qualifications for the job.

• o No, I do not meet all of the minimum experience qualifications for the job.

Required Question

Employer

City of Columbus

Address

77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Phone

(614) 645-8301

Website

https://new.columbus.gov/Government/Departments/Civil-Service-Commission

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