<p>Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person.</p> <p>Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position.</p> <p>Review Vacancy</p> <p>Date Posted 03/07/25</p> <p>Applications Due04/07/25</p> <p>Vacancy ID182317</p> <ul> <li>Basics </li><li>Schedule </li><li>Location </li><li>Job Specifics </li><li>How to Apply </li></ul> <p>NY HELPYes</p> <p>AgencyCriminal Justice Services, Division of</p> <p>TitlePublic Information Specialist 1 (Digital Content)</p> <p>Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers</p> <p>Salary Grade18</p> <p>Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)</p> <p>Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $82656 Annually</p> <p>Employment Type Full-Time</p> <p>Appointment Type Permanent</p> <p>Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class</p> <p>Travel Percentage 0%</p> <p>Workweek Mon-Fri</p> <p>Hours Per Week 37.5</p> <p>Workday</p> <p>From 8 AM</p> <p>To 4 PM</p> <p>Flextime allowed? No</p> <p>Mandatory overtime? No</p> <p>Compressed workweek allowed? Yes</p> <p>Telecommuting allowed? Yes</p> <p>County Albany</p> <p>Street Address 80 South Swan Street</p> <p>Alfred E. Smith Building</p> <p>City Albany</p> <p>StateNY</p> <p>Zip Code12210</p> <p>Duties Description Under the supervision of the Public Information Specialist 2 (Digital Content), the Public Information Specialist 1 (Digital Content) will join the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services to perform all aspects of online communications. The Content Producer will create content for project-based websites, applications, or social media communications. This position will require routine evening and weekend work. Specific duties include, but are not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>Respond to high-priority website content requests that require quick turnaround. </li><li>Post content such as press releases, video, photos, translations, schedules and events; and perform web edits through Drupal Content Management System. </li><li>Consult with program staff for all online communications needs, including new or revised web content, social media, and online documents and forms. </li><li>Draft and structure website content in a clear and presentable way that enables website visitors to find what they need. </li><li>Monitor current events and news at state and federal level. </li><li>Assist with facilitating user experience design activities such as user research and user testing. </li><li>Monitor Google Analytics; build analytics reports that provide valuable insights on website visitors and help shape and improve website content strategy. </li><li>Develop content for email and social media campaigns; manage and schedule social media posts through agency channels. </li><li>Identify and coordinate appropriate media needs for digital initiatives, including graphics, photography, and video in conjunction with those teams. </li><li>Leverage social media analytics, such as Facebook Insights or Hootsuite, to measure the effectiveness of social content and boost engagement. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive: Six years of experience in public relations, social media, and digital communications.</p> <p>Substitutions: An associate's, bachelor's, or master's degree in Communications, English, Public Relations, Social Media, Digital Communications, or similar degree substitutes for two, four, or five years of specialized experience.</p> <p>Additional Comments Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. DCJS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion.</p> <p>REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Unit at DEI@dcjs.ny.gov or (518) 485-1704.</p> <p>Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.</p> <p>Name Manuel Mena</p> <p>Telephone 518-457-8991</p> <p>Fax (518) 457-4000</p> <p>Email Address DCJSJobs@dcjs.ny.gov</p> <p>Address</p> <p>Street 80 South Swan Street</p> <p>Alfred E. Smith Building</p> <p>City Albany</p> <p>State NY</p> <p>Zip Code 12210</p> <p>Notes on ApplyingPlease send a cover letter and resume to the email address above. Please reference posting # 182317 on your cover letter.</p> <p>DCJS was named to the Times Union's list of 2017 through 2024 Top Workplaces as voted on by our employees.</p>