Iowa Department of Administrative Services
Communications Program Manager (Information Specialist 3)
Iowa Department of Administrative Services, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50319
Communications Program Manager (Information Specialist 3)
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Communications Program Manager (Information Specialist 3)
Salary
$61,110.40 - $94,806.40 Annually
Location
Des Moines - 50321 - Polk County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
25-00489
Agency
553 Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS)
Opening Date
09/04/2024
Closing Date
9/15/2024 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
#LI-POST
Point of Contact
Melinda.Rushing@ipers.org
Description
Benefits
Questions
Job Description
The Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System is hiring aCommunications Program Managerto develop, coordinate and manage the communication program.
The successful candidate will strategize with the Chief Strategy Officer and other members of IPERS’ Strategy Division to execute frequently complex, technical subjects, including pension system administration, investment performance, and state and federal laws and guidelines. The successful candidate will use a highly creative and strategic approach to formulate, coordinate and execute multiple communication efforts simultaneously. They will identify goals for each initiative to ensure the ability to measure performance. They will have a strong knowledge of new and emerging communication tools and the ability to identify appropriate communication methods to successfully connect with varied audiences.
Responsibilities include the following:
Implementing IPERS’ brand standards, style and usage requirements.
Writing content for various communication platforms and audiences, including repositioning technical content as easy-to-understand messages.
Managing IPERS’ social media platforms, including creating strategies, goals, calendars, content and supporting graphics, images and video.
Coordinating with vendors to execute various communications initiatives, including printing, and direct mail.
Writing and distributing news release that often explain technical topics.
Designing, editing and updating publications, website, social media content, etc., using Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
Managingwww.ipers.organd other websites, including coordinating with the vendor and using the content management system to perform day-to-day maintenance; creating strategies, goals, content and supporting graphics, images and videos.
Knowledge Drupal and Adobe Creative Cloud, including Premiere Pro, InDesign and Illustrator, is preferred.
What We Offer:
Extensive Retirement Benefits Officer training (approximately 6 months)
Health, Dental, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance – Insurance benefits start on the first of the month following 30 days of employment. 2024 health and dental premiums can be foundhere (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3577/download?inline=) .
Paid time off – separate vacation and sick leave - accruals begin on day one.
Paid Holidays (nine per year)
Flex Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (IPERS)
Voluntary Retirement Plan (Retirement Investors Club)
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Unlock the complete value of the State of Iowa benefits with theTotal Compensation Calculator (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3773/download?inline) .
Find out more: State of Iowa –Benefits at a Glance (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3766/download?inline=) .
Finalists are subject to a background check.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications and experience equal to four years of full-time work planning and developing content for dissemination through traditional media (newspapers, publications, radio, and television), websites, social media, and/or public speaking.
All of the following (a and b):
a. Four years of full-time work experience in planning and developing content for dissemination through traditional media (newspapers, publications, radio, and television), websites, social media, and/or public speaking; and
b. A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications equals one year of fulltime experience.
Number two above, where twenty-four semester hours of postgraduate coursework in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the required full-time work experience.
Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to 18 months of full-time work as an Information Specialist 2.
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/InformationSpecialist3-00754-90754.pdf)
Why Choose the State of Iowa?
At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset – our employees. Discover the outstanding benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice.
Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:
Competitive Compensation:
Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.
Keep in mind, your wage is just one part of your total compensation. Unlock the complete value of your employment with the State of Iowa by using our user-friendlyTotal Compensation Calculator (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3773/download?inline) .Gain insights into your comprehensive annual compensation, including salary and State-provided benefits.
Health and Wellness:
Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.
Retirement Planning:
We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .
Paid Time Off:
Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.
Professional Development:
Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.
Join Us - Elevate Your Career:
Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa?Click here (https://iowa.attract.neogov.com/recruitment/p/benefits) to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. Your success is our priority!
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Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely.Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.
Yes - I understand and agree.
No
02
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?
No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq
Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq
03
Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications?IF YES,How many years do you have of full-time work experience planning and developing content for dissemination through traditional media (newspapers, publications, radio, and television), websites, social media, and/or public speaking.
Not applicable – I do not have a Bachelor's Degree in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications
No experience in the identified areas
Less than two years of experience in the identified areas
Two years to less than four years of experience in the identified areas
Four or more years of experience in the identified areas
04
All of the following (a and b): a. Do you have four years of full-time work experience in planning and developing content for dissemination through traditional media (newspapers, publications, radio, and television), websites, social media, and/or public speaking;ANDb. Do you have a combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications equals one year of fulltime experience. Note – total experience and education from "a" and "b" must equal a minimum of 8 years
Yes
No
05
How many years do you have of a combination of postgraduate coursework in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications AND full-time work experience in planning and developing content for dissemination through traditional media (newspapers, publications, radio, and television), websites, social media, and/or public speaking? (24 semester hours of graduate course work equals one year of experience.)
Not applicable - I have none of the identified experience and education
Less than four years of the identified experience and education
Four years or more of the identified experience and education
06
If you are a CURRENT employee for the State of Iowa (Executive Branch): How many months do you have of full-time work experience in the classification of Information Specialist 2 for the State of Iowa?
No experience as an Information Specialist 2
Less than 18 months of full-time work as an Information Specialist 2
More than 18 months of full-time work as an Information Specialist 2
Not applicable – I am not a state employee for the State of Iowa
Required Question
Agency
State of Iowa
Agency
553 Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS)
Address
7401 Register Dr
Des Moines, Iowa, 50321
Website
https://www.ipers.org/
Apply
Please verify your email addressVerify Email
Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/4645431)
Apply
Communications Program Manager (Information Specialist 3)
Salary
$61,110.40 - $94,806.40 Annually
Location
Des Moines - 50321 - Polk County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
25-00489
Agency
553 Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS)
Opening Date
09/04/2024
Closing Date
9/15/2024 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
#LI-POST
Point of Contact
Melinda.Rushing@ipers.org
Description
Benefits
Questions
Job Description
The Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System is hiring aCommunications Program Managerto develop, coordinate and manage the communication program.
The successful candidate will strategize with the Chief Strategy Officer and other members of IPERS’ Strategy Division to execute frequently complex, technical subjects, including pension system administration, investment performance, and state and federal laws and guidelines. The successful candidate will use a highly creative and strategic approach to formulate, coordinate and execute multiple communication efforts simultaneously. They will identify goals for each initiative to ensure the ability to measure performance. They will have a strong knowledge of new and emerging communication tools and the ability to identify appropriate communication methods to successfully connect with varied audiences.
Responsibilities include the following:
Implementing IPERS’ brand standards, style and usage requirements.
Writing content for various communication platforms and audiences, including repositioning technical content as easy-to-understand messages.
Managing IPERS’ social media platforms, including creating strategies, goals, calendars, content and supporting graphics, images and video.
Coordinating with vendors to execute various communications initiatives, including printing, and direct mail.
Writing and distributing news release that often explain technical topics.
Designing, editing and updating publications, website, social media content, etc., using Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
Managingwww.ipers.organd other websites, including coordinating with the vendor and using the content management system to perform day-to-day maintenance; creating strategies, goals, content and supporting graphics, images and videos.
Knowledge Drupal and Adobe Creative Cloud, including Premiere Pro, InDesign and Illustrator, is preferred.
What We Offer:
Extensive Retirement Benefits Officer training (approximately 6 months)
Health, Dental, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance – Insurance benefits start on the first of the month following 30 days of employment. 2024 health and dental premiums can be foundhere (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3577/download?inline=) .
Paid time off – separate vacation and sick leave - accruals begin on day one.
Paid Holidays (nine per year)
Flex Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (IPERS)
Voluntary Retirement Plan (Retirement Investors Club)
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Unlock the complete value of the State of Iowa benefits with theTotal Compensation Calculator (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3773/download?inline) .
Find out more: State of Iowa –Benefits at a Glance (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3766/download?inline=) .
Finalists are subject to a background check.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications and experience equal to four years of full-time work planning and developing content for dissemination through traditional media (newspapers, publications, radio, and television), websites, social media, and/or public speaking.
All of the following (a and b):
a. Four years of full-time work experience in planning and developing content for dissemination through traditional media (newspapers, publications, radio, and television), websites, social media, and/or public speaking; and
b. A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications equals one year of fulltime experience.
Number two above, where twenty-four semester hours of postgraduate coursework in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the required full-time work experience.
Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to 18 months of full-time work as an Information Specialist 2.
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/InformationSpecialist3-00754-90754.pdf)
Why Choose the State of Iowa?
At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset – our employees. Discover the outstanding benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice.
Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:
Competitive Compensation:
Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.
Keep in mind, your wage is just one part of your total compensation. Unlock the complete value of your employment with the State of Iowa by using our user-friendlyTotal Compensation Calculator (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3773/download?inline) .Gain insights into your comprehensive annual compensation, including salary and State-provided benefits.
Health and Wellness:
Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.
Retirement Planning:
We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .
Paid Time Off:
Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.
Professional Development:
Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.
Join Us - Elevate Your Career:
Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa?Click here (https://iowa.attract.neogov.com/recruitment/p/benefits) to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. Your success is our priority!
01
Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely.Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.
Yes - I understand and agree.
No
02
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?
No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq
Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq
03
Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications?IF YES,How many years do you have of full-time work experience planning and developing content for dissemination through traditional media (newspapers, publications, radio, and television), websites, social media, and/or public speaking.
Not applicable – I do not have a Bachelor's Degree in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications
No experience in the identified areas
Less than two years of experience in the identified areas
Two years to less than four years of experience in the identified areas
Four or more years of experience in the identified areas
04
All of the following (a and b): a. Do you have four years of full-time work experience in planning and developing content for dissemination through traditional media (newspapers, publications, radio, and television), websites, social media, and/or public speaking;ANDb. Do you have a combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications equals one year of fulltime experience. Note – total experience and education from "a" and "b" must equal a minimum of 8 years
Yes
No
05
How many years do you have of a combination of postgraduate coursework in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications AND full-time work experience in planning and developing content for dissemination through traditional media (newspapers, publications, radio, and television), websites, social media, and/or public speaking? (24 semester hours of graduate course work equals one year of experience.)
Not applicable - I have none of the identified experience and education
Less than four years of the identified experience and education
Four years or more of the identified experience and education
06
If you are a CURRENT employee for the State of Iowa (Executive Branch): How many months do you have of full-time work experience in the classification of Information Specialist 2 for the State of Iowa?
No experience as an Information Specialist 2
Less than 18 months of full-time work as an Information Specialist 2
More than 18 months of full-time work as an Information Specialist 2
Not applicable – I am not a state employee for the State of Iowa
Required Question
Agency
State of Iowa
Agency
553 Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS)
Address
7401 Register Dr
Des Moines, Iowa, 50321
Website
https://www.ipers.org/
Apply
Please verify your email addressVerify Email