** REPOSTING Public Information Coordinator II

Salary:

Depends on Qualifications
Location :

Richland County, SC
Job Type:

FTE - Full-Time
Job Number:

169925
Agency:

Workers' Compensation Commission
Opening Date:

05/13/2026
Closing Date:

6/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement:

Yes
Class Code::

BC34
Position Number::

60025127
Normal Work Schedule::

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade:

GEN08
Hiring Range - Min.:

$45,300.00
Hiring Range - Max.:

$58,000.00
Opening Date:

04/08/2026
EEO Statement:

Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures::

Please apply online and fully complete the state application. Applications omitting portions of the state application will not be considered.
Veteran Preference Statement:

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Center point for all constituent inquiries regarding workers' compensation issues and other miscellaneous inquiries.
Draft, edit, and distribute agency publications.
Develop a robust network within the State government to understand decisions being made and the impact on the agency.
Create PowerPoint presentations, speeches, and talking points for leadership to present at Commission or stakeholder functions or for media release.
Prepare, update, and manage content on the Agency's website and/or social media sites.
Plans, coordinates, and promotes agency programs and activities through traditional and visual/digital media on behalf of the agency. Monitors news media and social media on behalf of the agency.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and relevant experience. An associate degree or bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for the required work experience.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Basic knowledge of journalistic principles and practices for the dissemination of information.
A high level of Emotional Intelligence is required
Ability to write, edit, and produce publications for various formats and mediums.
Ability to connect with the public to assist them through the process
Successful performance of the job duties for this position requires superior organizational skills, communication skills, and the ability to maintain effective working relationships to work in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and two years of experience in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field or any combination of experience and education.

Additional Comments

Please submit with you application a small, 500 words or less, writing sample of a media response using the situation that there was a security breach at the commission requiring law enforcement response that was captured by the local media. Do not use AI. We will screen all samples for the use of AI, as well this will be used as a discriminator if the use is detected.
The South Carolina Workers' Compensation Commission offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement benefit choices *

State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Do you have at least two years of experience relevant to the role?

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Did you attach a writing sample prior to submitting the application?

Yes
No

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