Information and Communications Specialist Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

: The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is seeking an Information and Communications Specialist. This position assists with the digital communications functions

• particularly social media
• of OSA, including documenting events attended by the State Auditor. The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is the Taxpayers Watchdog. We operate as the States Independent Auditor and provide unbiased audit and investigative reports so stakeholders can make informed decisions, hold entities accountable, and ensure good stewardship of public funds. As part of our team, you will get to:
• Provide constituents and stakeholders with timely, engaging, and informative content that illustrates the work being done by OSA staff.
• Create and manage a structured, goal oriented social media strategy for all OSA social media accounts.
• Frequently use cellphone cameras, digital cameras, microphones, and other digital technology equipment.
• Work with OSA’s Communications Team on messaging and content creation for social media and digital communications.

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• Work-Life Balance:

• 40-hour work week with flexible schedule options and the ability to earn compensatory time off
• Generous paid time off each year, including:
• 12 paid holidays per year
• 1 paid personal observance leave day
• At least 14 vacation days accrued per year (increase with years of service)
• 12 paid sick days accrued per year
• 24 hours paid community service leave
• Competitive pay and affordable health insurance options
• Enrollment in the state’s pension plan and options for additional supplemental savings
• An opportunity to work with a team of professionals to make a difference in state government If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visitwww.studentaid.gov to learn more.## Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
• Documented knowledge of communication and/or publication principles and practices
• Documented knowledge of effective practices for growing social media engagement
• Documented knowledge of the methods and techniques for developing digital communications
• Strong social media skills and the ability to think creatively about how to best engage with audiences online
• Ability to manage multiple social media accounts for a government agency
• Familiarity with digital equipment including cellphone cameras, digital cameras, microphones, etc.

## Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsBachelors degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, journalism, English, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.## Supplemental and Contact InformationTheOffice of the State Auditor(OSA)’s mission is to provide unbiased and irrefutable audit and investigative reports so legislators, government officials, agency leaders, and others can make informed decisions, hold entities accountable, and ensure good stewardship of public funds. Our vision is to protect the future of North Carolinians by devoting the majority of our resources toward eliminating wasteful government spending and improving government services. This requires an organization that iscompetent,agile, andinspiredby the work we do every day.

The Office of the State Auditor uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) with highly qualified individuals. To receive credit for work history and credentials, the applicant must list the information o the online application form underneath the Work Experience section, specifically “Duties Summary”. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. The State of North Carolina welcomes attached or incorporated resumes, cover letters, and reference information, but these items will not be used for screening or qualifying credit or in lieu of a completed and submitted state application. Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of theapplicanttranscripts (unofficial copies are accepted) to receive credit for this education. If applicants earned a foreign degree, foreign degrees require an official evaluation for U.S. equivalency and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification. There are several organizations that perform this specialized service, feel free to use any service of your choosing. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification:https://www.naces.org/membersReference checks will be performed on all top finalists. If the position requires a background check and/or drug screening that will also be performed on all selected top finalists.

The Office of the State Auditor is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

If applicants are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22 along with their state application.

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the Office of the State Auditor that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (