Public Information Officer 1 (Hybrid Eligible)

at  State of Ohio Jobs

The Ohio Department of Insurance is seeking a Public Information Officer (working title OSHIIP Community Liaison) in the OSHIIP division. The ideal candidate must have excellent communication skills, strong data analysis abilities, have the capability to remain positive in a fast-paced environment. This position will provide Medicare expertise to Ohio’s Medicare beneficiaries, their family members, and caregivers. OSHIIPs Public Information Officer will serve as a Medicare subject matter expert for designated counties.
If this sounds interesting to you, continue reading below to learn more about career opportunities with our Department!

Your Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide all OSHIIP services to designated counties. Including, volunteer recruitment, training, certification, and retention. Maintain and expand OSHIIP presence in assigned counties.
• Act as Medicare subject matter expert for local counselors, sites, and consumers.
• Conduct statewide in-person and webinar presentations.
• Work one-on-one with Ohio’s Medicare population at statewide in-person events and through virtual counseling to explain and compare health plan and prescription drug plan options.
• Solicit reports from volunteer counselors and enter all activity into federal web-based reporting tool. Run performance reports and analyze data to support program activities and direction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Unless required by legislation or union contract, the final candidate can expect to be paid at the lowest step in the pay range (step 1). As a Public Information Officer 1, you will receive a raise after six (6) months and yearly step increases until you reach the top level of the pay range. There may also be possible cost of living adjustments (COLA) and longevity supplements begin after five (5) years of state service.Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
• Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

30 months experience in field of journalism or communication dealing in public multi-media techniques & relations, public speaking, news writing, reporting & editing or technical report translation & communication dealing in public meetings; valid driver’s license.

• Or completion of undergraduate core program in journalism or communication; 6 months experience in public multi-media techniques & relations in field of journalism or communication; valid driver’s license.
• Or 12 months experience as Public Information Specialist, 64420; valid driver’s license.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: InsuranceSupplemental Information
Application Procedures:
When completing the different sections of this application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered.
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Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Reasonable Accommodation: ODI does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with the ADA employment regulations. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the agency Human Resource Offices’ ADA Coordinator, Andrew Skal, by emailing Andrew.Skal@insurance.ohio.gov or calling 614-644-3264. Otherwise, you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to participate in a structured interview.
Background Check Information:
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting

• Provide all OSHIIP services to designated counties. Including, volunteer recruitment, training, certification, and retention. Maintain and expand OSHIIP presence in assigned counties.
• Act as Medicare subject matter expert for local counselors, sites, and consumers.
• Conduct statewide in-person and webinar presentations.
• Work one-on-one with Ohio’s Medicare population at statewide in-person events and through virtual counseling to explain and compare health plan and prescription drug plan options.
• Solicit reports from volunteer counselors and enter all activity into federal web-based reporting tool. Run performance reports and analyze data to support program activities and direction.
• Other duties as assigned