Job Requisition ID: 48402
Posting Date: 07/10/2025
Closing Date: 07/23/2025
Agency: Department of Innovation and Technology
Class Title: PUBLIC INFO OFFICER III - 37003
Skill Option: None

WHY WORK FOR ILLINOIS?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as a Communications Specialist responsible for planning, developing and directing informational, educational, and promotional activities through various forms of media. In this role you will provide comprehensive support in internal campaign management, event planning, communications, and social media strategy, ensuring effective outreach and promotion of agency initiatives. In addition, you will create and maintain essential website content utilizing Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) and maintain regular access to sensitive and confidential information. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
• 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per year
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of four (4) years of college, with courses in journalism, English, or public speaking.
• Requires two (2) years of professional experience in a public education and information program in a public or private agency.

SPECIALIZED SKILLS

• Requires two (2) years of professional experience writing, editing, and developing communication materials for print, digital, and multimedia channels in a public relations or communications role.
• Requires two (2) years of professional experience managing and curating website and social media content to support public engagement and agency branding initiatives.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (IN ORDER OF SIGNIFICANCE

• Two (2) years of professional experience writing, editing, and developing communication materials for print, digital, and multimedia channels in a public relations or communications role.
• Two (2) years of professional experience managing and curating website and social media content to support public engagement and agency branding initiatives.
• Two (2) years of professional experience analyzing and reporting on social media performance using analytics tools to optimize content strategy and audience engagement.
• Two (2) years of professional experience using Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) or a comparable content management system (CMS) to create and maintain web content.
• Two (2) years of professional experience planning and executing internal communications campaigns, including coordination of outreach materials, digital signage, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Extensive knowledge of communication strategies, media platforms, and best practices for disseminating organizational information.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail in written communication.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills to translate complex or technical information into accessible content tailored for diverse internal and external audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and with agency leadership to develop impactful messaging and represent the agency at public events and initiatives.

• Under general direction, serves as the Communications Specialist for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) planning, developing and directing informational, educational, and promotional activities through various forms of media.
• Provides comprehensive support in internal campaign management, event planning, communications, and social media strategy, ensuring effective outreach and promotion of agency initiatives.
• Composes and organizes communications included on the DoIT Employee Portal
• Maintains regular access to sensitive and confidential information
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above