Communications Coordinator - 31001405_

Communications Coordinator - 31001405Date: Jun 21, 2024Location:TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (ms.myflorida.com/workforce\_operations/human\_resource\_management/for\_job\_applicants/e\_verify) .Requisition No: 831874Agency: Division of Emergency ManagementWorking Title: Communications Coordinator - 31001405Pay Plan: CS Exempt (EOG)Position Number: 31001405Salary: $45,000.00 annuallyPosting Closing Date: 07/08/2024Total Compensation Estimator Tool (yflorida.com/)Communications CoordinatorOffice of External AffairsState of Florida Division of Emergency ManagementThis position is located in Tallahassee, FLThe Florida Division of Emergency Management plans for and responds to both natural and man-made disasters. These range from floods and hurricanes to incidents involving hazardous materials or nuclear power. The Division of Emergency Management (FDEM or Division) is the liaison between federal, state, and local agencies. FDEM prepares and implements a statewide Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, routinely conducts extensive exercises to test state and county emergency response capabilities, provides technical assistance to local governments as they prepare emergency plans and procedures, as well as conducts emergency operations trainings for state and local government agencies.The Division serves as the lead agency for the State Emergency Response Team (SERT), whose primary goal is the coordination of the state’s efforts during disaster response and recovery. This coordination is conducted within the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) in Tallahassee. Additionally, the Division manages the State Watch Office; the 24-hours a day operation tasked with providing situational awareness to stakeholders statewide. After a disaster, FDEM conducts damage assessment surveys and advises the Governor of the state of Florida on whether to declare an emergency and seek federal relief funds. It is against this backdrop that FDEM strives to demonstrate its mission of, “Coordinate, collaborate and communicate with our community stakeholders for a resilient Florida” along with our vision of, “Leading the Profession in building prepared and resilient communities.”Position Overview and Responsibilities:The Florida Division of Emergency Management is hiring a full-time, in-person communications coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced work environment. Those applying for this role should be willing and able to work extenuating hours in the event of activation for emergencies impacting the State of Florida. Job Duties include:+ Development of social media content on various social media platforms in coordination with Strategic Communications Manager.+ Draft press releases, gubernatorial proclamations, and website content.+ Draft talking points and presentations for conferences and speaking events.+ Event pitches and event planning.+ Track and analyze relevant news media coverage.+ Conduct constituent relations via phone and email.+ Serve as a Public Information Officer for the State Emergency Response Team during states of emergency.+ Manage outreach collateral inventory and provide materials to communities as requested.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:+ Experience in design. (Canva, Adobe Suite, etc.)+ Experience with photography and video content creation.+ Ability to work independently and in a team to develop projects and pitch events to promote the Division and its core values.+ Ability to work long hours and weekends as needed during states of emergency.+ Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.+ Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.Minimum Qualifications:+ A bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field or four years of experience in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.+ One or more years of job or internship experience in a related field.+ Proficiency in Associated Press (AP) Style writing.+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office.+ Experience in social media management, particularly Twitter and Facebook.Special Notes:The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.The Division of Emergency Management is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. The Division appreciates the service and sacrifices made by veterans and their family members. Further, FDEM recognizes the immeasurable value veterans bring to the workplace and is committed to increasing the number of veterans that serve in its workforce.The Division of Emergency Management is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes. An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the FDEM Human Resources Office at (850) 815-4177. FDEM requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.The State of Florida and the Division of Emergency Management participate in E- Verify. This federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.In response to emergency events, Division of Emergency Management employees may be required to work irregular hours, to work more than 8 hours per day, to work extended periods (including weekends and holidays), to work at locations other than their official headquarters, and to perform duties in addition to those outlined in the employee’s position description. Employees must be able to deploy to emergency sites with limited advance notice.The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee