Pio 3 (Public Information Officer 3)

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PIO 3 (PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER 3)

Office of the Director
1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Salary: $61,591 - $66,000 

Grade: 21

Closing Date: April 13, 2025

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come Join the DES Team!

DES is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a PIO 3 (Public Information Officer 3). This position collaborates with the Public Relations Chief, PIO 4, Division Assistant Director and other colleagues to assist in the facilitation of communication planning and implementation. This position creates and executes communications-related activities in alignment with unit value proposition, content calendar and ad hoc division needs. This position may require driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords flexibility, autonomy and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona, unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Drafts external content to highlight important initiatives and successes, including success stories, info-graphics, and media pitches, advisories and releases. Drafts supplementary digital content, including articles, how-to and info-graphics to support clients accessing DES services.
• Develops social media posts in coordination with the content calendar, division needs, events and …