Information and Communications Specialist III Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Information and Communications Specialist III 
Salary $55,823.00 – $97,689.00 Annually Location Wake County, NC Job Type Time-Limited Full-Time Job Number 25-05604 DCR60079556 Department Dept of Commerce Division Community Revitalization Opening Date 04/25/2025 Closing Date 5/6/2025 5:00 PM Eastern Job Class Title Information & Communications Specialist III Position Number 60079556 Section Community Revitalization Salary Grade

NC16 DESCRIPTION

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Description of Work

• This is a time-limited position.
• This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, for a limited time.
• Depending on the business need and job suitability, this position may be a candidate for telework, subject to management approval.
• Join one of North Carolina’s most impactful recovery initiatives—supporting Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in Western North Carolina!

The new Division of Community Revitalization (DCR) was established to oversee the rebuilding of homes destroyed or damaged by Hurricane Helene and to coordinate and lead efforts to revitalize the economy of western North Carolina.

Description of Work:

DCR is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Information and Communications Specialist III to join our team. This position supports DCR by creating and sharing communications that promote DCR’s programs, goals, and services. The Communication Specialist works closely with the DCR executive team and the Commerce Communications team to produce clear, consistent messaging across print, web, video, and social media.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Writing and managing content for DCR’s website, social media, newsletters, and other materials.
Developing press releases, brochures, video scripts, and official correspondence.
Supporting DCR’s social media presence with timely and engaging content.
Responding to media inquiries and public information requests with accurate and well-researched information.
Maintaining records in accordance with state retention policies.
Collaborating with the Community Outreach Manager to share information with key stakeholder groups. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience Requirements, are

REQUIRED

to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application (additional statement below). Click these links for additional information: Introduction to the Job Application and Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. Demonstrated experience with either journalistic, communication, and/or publication principles and techniques for disseminating information to the public through a variety of media.
Demonstrated experience in writing, editing, and proofreading communication-related documents
Demonstrated experience using digital communications tools and platforms (e.g., social media, email marketing, basic video editing, or graphic design tools). Demonstrated experience working in government, public service, or nonprofit communications.
Thorough knowledge of the methods of planning, writing, and editing publications. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See 

OSHR.NC.GOV

 for details. Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, media, journalism, English, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of experience in communications, public relations, or publicity work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Supplemental and Contact Information About the

Department of Commerce:

The North Carolina Department of Commerce is the state’s lead agency for economic, community and workforce development. The department works with local, regional, national and international organizations to fulfill its mission to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for all North Carolinians. Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. Our