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Mission of the Secretary of State Office The mission of the Secretary of State's office is to serve the public by meeting its legal responsibilities of collecting, securing and communicating information that enhances commerce, ensures the integrity of Louisiana's elections and preserves, presents and makes accessible government information essential to Louisiana's operations and its recorded history. Overview We are seeking a versatile communications professional to plan, create, and distribute essential information across our Commercial, Elections, Notary, Archives, and Museums divisions. If you thrive on variety and want to make a real impact on public understanding, this role is for you. Ideal Candidate Competencies Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas. Displaying Expertise: The ability to exhibit specialized skills or knowledge gained from experience or training. Driving Results: The ability to identify important goals and work to achieve them. Experience and Education Minimum experience requirements: Three years of experience in public relations, journalism, marketing, content creation, social media management, or graphic design; OR Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR A bachelor's degree. Experience substitution: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience toward the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours, which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. Job Duties This position crosses agency areas and performs communication functions for the Commercial, Elections, Notary, Archives, and Museums Programs. The incumbent is responsible for planning, development, preparation, and dissemination of various information materials, news releases, and projects for the Department of State regarding all ongoing programs. Manage social media platform initiatives. Manage the agency website content. Act as a media contact and respond to media inquiries. Provide guidance and assistance to staff on dissemination of information for specific projects. Design informational materials such as advertisements, press kits, brochures and flyers. Promote voter education through the Voter Outreach program. Meet with the media, Legislature, public and private agencies regarding agency initiatives and educational programs. Write and prepare commendations, proclamations, and honorary certificates. Position‑Specific Details Division: Elections Outreach Programs – One (1) vacancy Location: Secretary of State, Ezzell Lane, Baton Rouge, LA. Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Public Info Officer 1, 2 or 3. How To Apply No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply, click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information Ashley Rathcke, HR Specialist Secretary of State Nancy Landry Human Resource Division P.O. Box 94125 Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9125 ashley.rathcke@sos.la.gov Equal Opportunity Statement Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Louisiana

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