Information and Education Specialist

Salary : $5,258.00 Monthly

Location : Maui County (various), HI

Job Type : Permanent Full-Time

Job Number : 2024 Info & Edu Specialist

Department : Various

Opening Date : 12 / 03 / 2024

Description

IMMEDIATE VACANCIES :

East Maui Water Authority - Permanent Full-Time

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Plans and executes a comprehensive public information program for a major operating department or agency that includes educational and community relations activities; and performs other related duties as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics :

This class is distinguished by its responsibility to perform the full range of public relations and informational activities relating to governmental functions and programs for a major operating department or agency.

Examples of Duties

The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.)

• Plans and executes a comprehensive public information program that includes educational and community relations activities;
• Recommends and implements procedures relative to the department's or agency's public information program;
• Conducts fact-findings studies and surveys; evaluates information and opinions; prepares reports of finding with recommendations for responses or presentations;
• Researches and prepares news releases, articles, advertising campaigns, scripts and other communications concerning the department's or agency's activities, operations, and future plans;
• Determines choices of media and methods for dissemination information; writes news releases, articles, bulletins, notices, and radio announcement scripts; speaks before government, business, and community organizations;
• Meets with appropriate community organizations and / or concerned and interested residents; interprets and explains the department's or agency's policies, programs, and operations; clarifies the department's or agency's policy decisions; provides information on Capital Improvement Projects (CIP), program design, or construction status; and publicizes the department's or agency's activities and accomplishments to improve the public's understanding and support of the goals and objectives of the various programs and projects;
• Plans the layout and design, and arranges for printing of informational material; arranges for photographs and other illustrative material; assists with demonstrations and exhibits for public display;
• Plans and develops video and power point presentations; develops and maintains social media sites and departmental or county websites;
• Assists in the preparation of annual and special reports and newsletters;
• Organizes and coordinates the department's or agency's participation in community projects and events to foster community relations;
• Establishes and maintains effective relationship with the press, radio, and television executives, and with other business and community representatives;
• Plans special events;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

This is an amendment to the specification for the class, INFORMATION AND EDUCATION SPECIALIST, approved on August 16, 2019, effective November 16, 2024.

APPROVED : November 27, 2024

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Training and Experience : (1) A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in journalism, communications, public administration, education, English or a related field, and (2) two years of professional work experience in public relations, journalism, or public administration that included experience in researching, organizing, and developing newsletters, brochures, websites, press releases, and other informational materials for the media.

License Requirement : Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3).

Knowledge of : Principles and practices of public relations; publicity methods and media; principles and techniques used in writing informational material; techniques used in preparing and editing copy for printing; designated Hawaii State and County government organization, functions and operations; research and statistical methods and techniques; principles of motivation and group dynamics, and employee involvement strategies, and computer programs and software used for public information purposes.

Ability to : Formulate ideas and express them clearly and concisely orally and in writing; evaluate and present facts accurately; work cooperatively with employees and other government officials; communicate effectively with the various segments of the public; plan and execute informational programs; analyze and determine management and organizational needs; organize and facilitate meetings; work with staff to formulate and implement strategic plans; operate a personal computer, use graphic design and publishing software applications; operate camera equipment to produce camera ready products; and travel throughout the County to meet with employees, representatives from community organizations and businesses, and individuals from the public.

Health and Physical Condition : Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical Effort Grouping : Light

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT :

If you have never applied for a job using the NEOGOV system, you must create an account. You will need a username, password, and working email address to create your account. Your detailed work history is required on the application. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is NOT an acceptable response under the "Work Experience" section. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. Applications may be rejected if they are incomplete.

EXAMINATIONS ARE ADMINISTERED IN THE COUNTY OF MAUl ONLY

The above examination is being given on an open-competitive basis to establish an eligible list which shall be effective for not more than one year unless extended by the Director of Personnel Services.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The County of Maui does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, arrest and court record, assignment of child support, national guard participation or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing non-discrimination

Pre-Employment / Post-Offer Drug Screening Test : All applicants, who will enter a safety sensitive position or certain designated categories that the Personnel Services Director has established or who are required by law to be drug tested must pass a pre-employment / post-offer drug screening test as a condition of employment. There is no retesting or re-evaluation process. Cost for the drug screening test shall be borne by the County of Maui.

Personnel Services Email :

Did you graduate from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in journalism, communications, public administration, education, English or a related field? You must attach a copy of your degree stating field of study or a copy of an official transcript.

Do you have two years of professional work experience in public relations, journalism, or public administration that included experience in researching, organizing, and developing newsletters, brochures, websites, press releases, and other informational materials for the media? Please list related work experience on your application. "See Resume" is not acceptable.

If yes, please indicate at which employer you gained this experience and include the percentage of time spent performing those duties. ("See resume" is not acceptable.)

Required Question

Salary : $5,258