Communications Specialist

4 days ago

Dauphin County PA, United States Commonwealth of PA Full time

**THE POSITION**:
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board's Office of Communications is looking for an energetic, highly creative, and experienced Communications Specialist to join our fast-paced team This exciting position will work collaboratively with the Director of Communications and/or the Deputy Director of Communications in developing, implementing, and coordinating media and public relations activities to further public understanding of the programs, functions, and services of the PGCB. If you are a self-starter who is looking for a rewarding career, we want to talk to you

**DESCRIPTION OF WORK**:
As a Communications Specialist you will assist with writing, editing, and distributing press releases, newspaper articles, brochures, pamphlets, or other educational materials; compiling briefing packets; sending out press clips; monitoring media; utilizing social media; reviewing and posting information on agency website; assisting in planning and scheduling media events; and creating presentation materials. You will use your communication skills traveling to represent the PGCB in public forums presenting information, and providing administrative support to the office when necessary. We are looking for someone who can work independently, and as part of a team. Strong communication skills are a must to succeed in this position.

**Work Schedule and Additional Information**:

- Full-time employment.
- Work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
- ** Telework**:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must do so within Pennsylvania, and you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
- ** Salary**:_ _**In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

**REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY**:
**QUALIFICATIONS**

**Minimum Experience and Training Requirements**:
- One year of professional experience in public relations, editing, or journalism, digital communications and communications, and a bachelor’s degree with major course work in journalism, communications, English, Digital Media, or a related field; **or**- An equivalent combination of experience and training.**Additional Requirements**:

- You must be able to perform essential job functions.

**Legal Requirements**:

- Employment is contingent upon the completion of a Personal History Questionnaire with a thorough background investigation, including drug screening and the subsequent review and approval by the Board.

**How to Apply**:
**Veterans**:
**Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)**:

- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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**Health & Wellness**

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

**Compensation & Financial Planning**
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
**Work/Life Balance**
We know there’s more to life than just work Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
**Values and Culture**
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
**Employee Perks**
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

- Eligibility rules apply.

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