Public Information Representative 1

Public Information Representative 1

This position prepares, presents, and shares information to promote awareness and understanding of programs, events, and research activities undertaken by the Transportation Research and Education Center (TREC). The position may also provide similar tasks for other centers or institutes that TREC collaborates with, such as the Institute of Metropolitan Studies (IMS).
Essential Job Functions:
Produce materials designed to promote awareness and understanding of programs, events, and research activities undertaken by the Transportation Research and Education Center
Design, write, edit, and produce written material for the website and publications (print and electronic) to explain and promote center/institute activities
Design, create, and distribute newsletters for the center/institute
Promote center/institute events through a variety of communication methods, including email, website, social media, and outreach to partner organizations
Coordinate printing, graphics and other production work for timely project completion
Advise management and staff on planning and production of information materials
Prepare cost estimates for projects and productions
Monitor production process to assure costs are within budget
Give technical advice and assistance to student assistants
Ensure that products conform to federal requirements for accessibility from the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Update center/institute website
Maintain center/institute public-facing social media, including YouTube channel and LinkedIn
Operate cameras and video recorders to document events and other activities
Edit video
Meet regularly with staff and management to keep informed of center/institute activities
Consult with management regarding sensitive or controversial issues to assure correct and consistent responses to inquiries
Represent TREC at outside meetings and on-campus visits to present overviews of the center's activities
Respond to inquiries from the media by connecting them to faculty experts
Write media news releases
Write scripts for audiovisual presentations and promotional videos
Format and copyedit documents written by others
Prepare or edit presentations, remarks, and talking points for the center/institute management
Assist at large in-person TREC events, including set-up, registration, and clean-up
Staff information table at events
Minimum Qualifications:
Three years experience in gathering information, writing/producing materials, presenting information to the public and public relations. One year of this experience must have included responsibility for press releases and interaction with the news media.
A Bachelor's degree in journalism, communication or closely related field may substitute for up to two years of the general experience.
Additional Minimum Qualifications:
Three years experience in gathering information, writing/producing materials, presenting information to the public and other audiences.
One year of this experience must have included responsibility for website and social media communications.
Ability to write in a clear, direct style for a broad audience, including translating technical information.
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to plan and manage multiple projects to meet critical deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written, visual, and oral) with a wide range of people and organizations particularly including external partners.
Collaborative. Ability to work as part of a team.
Flexible. Ability to adjust work tasks and deadlines to meet changing priorities.
Experience with Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Calendar OR Experience with Microsoft Word (including using styles), Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; and Experience with Adobe Acrobat.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) databases and software
Experience with HTML, Drupal, and other related web and content management programs
Experience with Adobe InDesign, Canva, and other graphics software
Experience with social media (LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.) in a professional setting
Knowledge in making written electronic documents accessible for people with disabilities (e.g., using screen readers)
Key Cultural Competencies:
Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship:
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours:
Work hours are scheduled between Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm. The schedule may include occasional evening/weekends. Up to one day remote, after training period and with the approval of the supervisor.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement:
The starting rate for this position will be between $22.84 and $26.20 per hour, dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
PSU's excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities