Public Information Specialist 1 (Digital Content)(SG -18)Item# 04123

Albany, NY (Hybrid)

$67K/yr – $85K/yrFull time

Posted 4 days ago

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Job Description

Duties Description
Participate in the creative development, technical implementation, and curation of online content for websites and related digital platforms. This includes use of the digital content management system to create, modify, and edit webpages. Implement recommended updates to agency online documents, including PowerPoint, forms, reports, and training and guidance documents using Adobe Acrobat. Follow best practices and style guidelines to produce high-quality and accurate work. Follow agency policies and strategies for digital communications.
This position will work in the Report Development Unit (RDU) and will collaborate with unit staff and management to edit audit reports and other publications. This includes editing, proofreading, designing, and formatting print content and charts/graphs/other figures. The position will update/maintain the Division’s Style Guide and other comment libraries of approved wording for audit reports and assist with the corrective action plan and report tracking processes.
This position can be located in LGSA’s Albany Central Office or available Regional Offices.
Minimum Qualifications
To be appointed to this position, you must have at least six (6) years of experience in public relations, social media, and digital communications.
An Associate’s degree in Communications, English, Public Relations, Social Media, Digital Communications, or similar degree, can be substituted for two (2) years of general experience.
A Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Public Relations, Social Media, Digital Communications, or similar degree can be substituted for four (4) years of general experience.
A Master’s degree in Communications, English, Public Relations, Social Media, Digital Communications, or similar degree can be substituted for one (1) additional year of general experience
Education substitutions are not to exceed five (5) years of total experience.
55b/55c Program appointment:
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website, 55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov)
Additional Comments
Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
  • Strong editing skills
  • Strong formatting skills, with focus on ability to format figures in reports (charts/graphs/tables)
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Knowledge of and experience with producing ADA compliant content
  • Knowledge of and experience working with content management systems
  • Ability to handle multiple and competing priorities
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Ability to think and work independently
  • Strong work ethic and positive attitude
  • Knowledge and use of Microsoft Suite of products (e.g., Word, Excel, Teams)
  • Knowledge and use of Adobe products (e.g., Acrobat)
Telecommuting: The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s primary residence location, duties, and work performance are aligned with telecommuting and operational needs they may be allowed to do so. Generally, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period but may be approved to telecommute less.
Reasonable Accommodation: The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.
Equal Opportunity Employment: The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.
The Office of the State Comptroller does not participate in E-Verify or sponsor visa applications.
OSC offers competitive salaries and benefits, and opportunities for advancement, continuing education, and professional development. We provide a professional environment where employees are encouraged to push themselves while maintaining work-life balance. Our generous benefits package includes:
  • A state pension with vesting after five years’ service
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance available to all employees and their dependents
  • Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health care
  • Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP), allowing eligible employees to exchange previously accrued leave in return for a credit to be applied toward their health insurance
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  • NYS Deferred Compensation plan
  • Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
  • Holiday and paid time off
  • Shift and geographic pay differentials
  • A committed continuous learning environment
  • Informational Brown Bag sessions
  • Wellness at Work Programs to promote employee health and wellness
  • OSC Mentoring Program to network, contribute, and provide an opportunity to strengthen competencies in a variety of areas
  • And much more
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Office of the NYS Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli

The New York State Comptroller is the State’s chief fiscal officer who ensures that State and local governments use taxpayer money effectively and efficiently to promote the common good.The Comptroller’s responsibilities include:- Serving as sole trustee of the $267.7 billion New York State Common Retirement Fund (value as of March 31, 2024), one of the largest institutional investors in the world.- Administering the New York State and Local Retirement System for public employees, with more than one million members, retirees and beneficiaries and more than 3,000 employers.- Maintaining the State's accounting system and administering the State’s more than $18 billion payroll.- Reporting on State finances.- Managing and issuing State debt.- Reviewing State contracts and auditing payments.- Conducting audits of State agencies, public benefit corporations and local governments.- Overseeing the fiscal affairs of local governments, including New York City.- Overseeing the Justice Court Fund and the Oil Spill Fund.- Serving as custodian of more than $19.4 billion in unclaimed funds, restoring lost accounts to their rightful owners.- Conducting training and providing technical assistance to improve government operations at all levels.Headquartered in Albany, the Office of the State Comptroller employs more than 2,700 people. We also maintain New York City offices and eight regional offices.

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