Deputy Communications Director
3.
5 Tallahassee, FL Tallahassee, FL $65 an hour $65 an hour 2 days ago 2 days ago 2 days ago Requisition No:
825056 Agency:
Division of Emergency Management Working Title:
Deputy Communications Director - 31001118 Pay Plan:
SES Position Number:
31001118 Salary:
$65,00.
00-70,000.
00 annually Posting Closing Date:
03/26/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Deputy Communications Director Office of Communications/External Affairs State of Florida Division of Emergency Management This position is located in Tallahassee, FL The 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:
This is a highly responsible position that serves as the Florida Division of Emergency Management spokesperson and primary point of contact in response to media inquiries.
Duties include, but may not be limited to:
Serves as the Division's spokesperson and primary point of contact in response to media inquiries.
Assists the Communications Director in generating earned media through the writing and development of press releases, proclamations, social media campaigns, articles, newsletters, and other external deliverables.
Monitors daily media coverage and other published content related to the Division, its programs, and its personnel.
Facilitates appropriate internal communication to advise on matters of interest featured in these publications.
Identifies media opportunities and strategies to proactively communicate the Division's vision and mission, programs, projects, and initiatives providing clear, concise, and consistent information to the public.
Drafts, edits, and approves press releases, press advisories, agency statements, opinion pieces, and articles for internal and external publication as well as speeches, messages, talking points, and responses for the Executive Director and the Division's other members of the executive leadership team.
Assists in managing messaging and strategy for the Division's social media sites.
Assists with fulfilling public records requests from members of the media, including coordinating with appropriate program areas and offices.
Manages strategic internal communications initiatives to ensure employees of the Division are engaged in the Division's efforts and activities.
Strategizes opportunities for executive leadership, bureaus, and offices to interact with employees of the Division to help create a cohesive and collaborative culture.
Creates multimedia scripts for internal and external communications initiatives.
Assists with the planning, production, editing, and dissemination of videos, photographs, reports, and other publications on behalf of the Division, the Executive Director, or executive leadership.
Supports planning, coordinating, and staffing special events for the Executive Director or executive leadership.
Manages internal and external web pages and Division-managed sites.
Aligns communications goals and plans with the Office of the Governor and the Executive Director.
Assists the Communications Director in managing the Office of Communications/External Affairs and staff.
Keeps the Communications Director, Chief of Staff, Deputy Executive Directors, and the Executive Director informed regarding strategic media opportunities or emerging issues.
Serves as the Public Information Officer (PIO) for the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) and oversees the operations of ESF 14 during activations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of print, radio, and television formats and industry protocols.
Knowledge of Associated Press (AP) writing style for press releases and print communications.
Skills in public speaking.
Skills in writing, editing, and oral communication.
Skills in dealing with the public in a prompt and courteous manner.
Ability to develop, maintain, and manage ongoing relationships with media representatives.
Ability to coordinate multiple tasks under high stress situations.
Ability to interact and communicate with high level officials.
Proficient in social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.
, and knowledgeable of best practices.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Minimum
Qualifications:
A minimum of two years of experience working in a public relations/communications position.
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.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
5 Tallahassee, FL Tallahassee, FL $65 an hour $65 an hour 2 days ago 2 days ago 2 days ago Requisition No:
825056 Agency:
Division of Emergency Management Working Title:
Deputy Communications Director - 31001118 Pay Plan:
SES Position Number:
31001118 Salary:
$65,00.
00-70,000.
00 annually Posting Closing Date:
03/26/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Deputy Communications Director Office of Communications/External Affairs State of Florida Division of Emergency Management This position is located in Tallahassee, FL The 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:
This is a highly responsible position that serves as the Florida Division of Emergency Management spokesperson and primary point of contact in response to media inquiries.
Duties include, but may not be limited to:
Serves as the Division's spokesperson and primary point of contact in response to media inquiries.
Assists the Communications Director in generating earned media through the writing and development of press releases, proclamations, social media campaigns, articles, newsletters, and other external deliverables.
Monitors daily media coverage and other published content related to the Division, its programs, and its personnel.
Facilitates appropriate internal communication to advise on matters of interest featured in these publications.
Identifies media opportunities and strategies to proactively communicate the Division's vision and mission, programs, projects, and initiatives providing clear, concise, and consistent information to the public.
Drafts, edits, and approves press releases, press advisories, agency statements, opinion pieces, and articles for internal and external publication as well as speeches, messages, talking points, and responses for the Executive Director and the Division's other members of the executive leadership team.
Assists in managing messaging and strategy for the Division's social media sites.
Assists with fulfilling public records requests from members of the media, including coordinating with appropriate program areas and offices.
Manages strategic internal communications initiatives to ensure employees of the Division are engaged in the Division's efforts and activities.
Strategizes opportunities for executive leadership, bureaus, and offices to interact with employees of the Division to help create a cohesive and collaborative culture.
Creates multimedia scripts for internal and external communications initiatives.
Assists with the planning, production, editing, and dissemination of videos, photographs, reports, and other publications on behalf of the Division, the Executive Director, or executive leadership.
Supports planning, coordinating, and staffing special events for the Executive Director or executive leadership.
Manages internal and external web pages and Division-managed sites.
Aligns communications goals and plans with the Office of the Governor and the Executive Director.
Assists the Communications Director in managing the Office of Communications/External Affairs and staff.
Keeps the Communications Director, Chief of Staff, Deputy Executive Directors, and the Executive Director informed regarding strategic media opportunities or emerging issues.
Serves as the Public Information Officer (PIO) for the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) and oversees the operations of ESF 14 during activations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of print, radio, and television formats and industry protocols.
Knowledge of Associated Press (AP) writing style for press releases and print communications.
Skills in public speaking.
Skills in writing, editing, and oral communication.
Skills in dealing with the public in a prompt and courteous manner.
Ability to develop, maintain, and manage ongoing relationships with media representatives.
Ability to coordinate multiple tasks under high stress situations.
Ability to interact and communicate with high level officials.
Proficient in social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.
, and knowledgeable of best practices.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Minimum
Qualifications:
A minimum of two years of experience working in a public relations/communications position.
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.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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