Department of Transportation
Job Description and Duties
Under direction of the External Affairs Branch Chief, this Public Information Officer ensures that the District and Department are accurately and favorably represented to the news and general public. Implements statewide Department and District media policy. Advises the District Director on media relations and assists and prepares the District Director for press conferences and other media events and public presentations. Plans, writes, edits and otherwise prepares District press releases and other informational material. Serves as District spokesperson to the media to public groups, media, and individuals inquiring about the District's activities. Arranges participation of other District and Department officials as speakers before public groups, or on radio or television newscasts or other programs. Collects, evaluates and distributes information from District sources to public and stakeholders.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Information Officer I (Specialist) exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
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