DEP - PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER COORDINATOR - 37000074

Requisition No: 837946 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: DEP - PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER COORDINATOR - 37000074

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37000074 

Salary:  $50,000 to $60,000 

Posting Closing Date: 10/18/2024 

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“PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER COORDINATOR”

PUBLIC INFORMATION SPECALIST

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

PENDING RECLASSIFICATION

 

Our Organization and Mission:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. 

 

The Work You Will Do:

The Public Information Officer (PIO) Coordinator will be responsible for planning and implementing the development of communication pieces for agency programs designed to keep public informed of agency programs, services, accomplishments, or mission. This position reports to the Deputy Communications Director within the Office of Communications.

 

The Difference You Will Make:

DEP focuses on creating strong community partnerships, safeguarding Florida’s natural resources and enhancing its ecosystems. This includes overseeing and implementing dozens of regulatory, resource management and restoration programs. DEP also manages 175 state parks, trails and historic sites as well as 45 coastal and aquatic areas, which provide world-class recreational opportunities to Floridians and visitors.

 

How You Will Grow:

DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

 

Where You Will Work:

Tallahassee, Florida’s Capitol City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combines old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend. Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career.

 

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com