Public Information Officer 1 -2 (Social Media Specialist)

OUR MISSION
Our mission is to ensure the physical, operational and financial integrity of the regional flood risk management system, in southeastern Louisiana as a defense against floods and storm surge from hurricanes. We accomplish this mission by working with local, regional, state and federal partners to plan, design, construct, operate and maintain projects that will reduce the probability and risk of flooding for the residents and businesses within our jurisdiction.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
This entry level public information position focuses on social media management, digital communications, multimedia production, and visual storytelling for SLFPA-E and its subdivision levee districts. The employee creates and publishes engaging digital content, photographs and records agency operations, maintains website and digital-signage content, monitors social media activity and performance, and provides communications coverage for tours, meetings, public events, and outreach activities. The position also supports emergency communications during hurricanes, flooding, severe weather, and other significant incidents. Success in this role requires strong writing, creativity, organization, attention to detail, digital-media skills, and the ability to communicate technical and public-safety information clearly to abroad audience.

KEY COMPETENCIES NEEDED TO SUCCEED

Building and Supporting Teams:

The ability to combine one's actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.

Communicating Effectively:

The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.

Thinking Critically:

The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.

Accepting Direction:

The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.

Acting with Ethics and Integrity:

The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit.

Adapting to Change:

The ability to demonstrate flexibility in thoughts, behaviors, and actions in response to evolving circumstances or unexpected change.

Building Trust:

The ability to create a safe and supportive environment where others feel comfortable speaking up, sharing ideas, and acknowledging mistakes.

Demonstrating Initiative:

The ability to assess situations independently and take proactive steps to address them without being prompted or instructed by others.

QUALIFICATIONS

Three years of experience in public relations, journalism, marketing, content creation, social media management, or graphic design;

Six years of full-time experience in any field;

A bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

This position will be responsible for the following:

Social Media Content and Platform Management

Multi media Production, Livestreaming, and Visual Storytelling

Website, Digital Signage, and Digital Communications

Events, Outreach, and Asset Tours

Emergency Communications and Other Duties

POSITION-SPECIFIC DETAILS
Appointment Type:

This appointment type can be filled as Probational, Promotional, Lateral Transfer, Detail to Special Duty or Job Appointment.

Career Progression:

This position does participate in a Career Progression Group.

Compensation:

The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

Sage Celestin

SELA Flood Protection Authority-East

scelestin@slfpae.gov

504-286-3112

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