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Public Information Officer 1 -2 (Social Media Specialist) SE LA Flood Protection Auth-East New Orleans, LA Job Details $3,127 - $6,136 a month 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Parental leave Qualifications Website management Basic graphic design principles Content creation for general public Visual storytelling Professional ethics Journalism Public communication during emergencies Media management experience within government Graphic design Crisis communication in disaster management Bachelor's degree Digital marketing Social media content creation Video communication Video storytelling Content implementation Public relations Professional art or design 1 year Multimedia design Communication skills Outreach events (outreach initiatives) Entry level Team building Content publishing Full Job Description Salary $3,127.00 - $6,136.00 Monthly Location New Orleans, LA Job Type Classified Job Number 224165 Department SE LA Flood Protection Auth-East Opening Date 07/30/2026 Closing Date 8/7/2026 12:00 AM Central About this Job

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to ensure the physical, operational and financial integrity of the regional flood risk management system, in southeastern Louisiana as a defense against floods and storm surge from hurricanes. We accomplish this mission by working with local, regional, state and federal partners to plan, design, construct, operate and maintain projects that will reduce the probability and risk of flooding for the residents and businesses within our jurisdiction.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

This entry level public information position focuses on social media management, digital communications, multimedia production, and visual storytelling for SLFPA-E and its subdivision levee districts. The employee creates and publishes engaging digital content, photographs and records agency operations, maintains website and digital-signage content, monitors social media activity and performance, and provides communications coverage for tours, meetings, public events, and outreach activities. The position also supports emergency communications during hurricanes, flooding, severe weather, and other significant incidents. Success in this role requires strong writing, creativity, organization, attention to detail, digital-media skills, and the ability to communicate technical and public-safety information clearly to abroad audience.

KEY COMPETENCIES NEEDED TO SUCCEED

Building and Supporting Teams:

The ability to combine one's actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.

Communicating Effectively:

The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.

Thinking Critically:

The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.

Accepting Direction:

The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions. Acting with

Ethics and Integrity:

The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit. Adapting to

Change:

The ability to demonstrate flexibility in thoughts, behaviors, and actions in response to evolving circumstances or unexpected change.

Building Trust:

The ability to create a safe and supportive environment where others feel comfortable speaking up, sharing ideas, and acknowledging mistakes.

Demonstrating Initiative:

The ability to assess situations independently and take proactive steps to address them without being prompted or instructed by others. Minimum Qualifications 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 towards 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 Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:

This position will be responsible for the following: Social Media Content and Platform Management Multi media

Production, Livestreaming, and Visual Storytelling Website, Digital Signage, and Digital Communications Events, Outreach, and Asset Tours Emergency Communications and Other Duties Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

This appointment type can be filled as Probational, Promotional, Lateral Transfer, Detail to Special Duty or Job Appointment.

Career Progression:

This position does participate in a Career Progression Group.

Compensation:

The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. 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. •Resumes

WILL NOT

be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.• For further information about this vacancy contact: Sage Celestin SELA Flood Protection Authority-East 504-286-3112 Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/ Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. •Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org ). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others