Salary: $45,530.00 – $84,241.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE – Full-Time
Job Number: 152513
Agency: Department of Social Services
Division: Public Information & Media Relations
Opening Date: 08/16/2023
Closing Date: 8/22/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: AH40
Position Number:: 61013866
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday – Friday (8:30 – 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 6
Hiring Range – Min.: $45,530.00
Hiring Range – Max.: $64,885.00
Opening Date: 08/16/2023
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from DSS Human Resources will be made through electronic mail, unless otherwise indicated.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Special Notice: This is a REPOST — Previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to re-apply for this position.
Do you have a passion to provide meaningful contributions to your community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of South Carolina’s children, families, and vulnerable adults? If so, the SC Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you!
Job duties:
- The Program Coordinator II fulfills several growing needs within the Office of Communications and External Affairs. These areas include website content updates and newsletter creation needed to highlight announcements and program updates throughout the agency. In addition, this position helps to address continuing graphic design demands for a variety of projects. This position also provides additional help in video production, social media content, and event planning.
- Responsible for the overall content management of the dss.sc.gov website. That includes all copy and text changes, updates, and day-to-day content maintenance to ensure the website is up to date to meet the needs of those we serve. Coordinates with the agency’s IT team on larger changes.
- Responsible for writing and formatting the monthly external newsletter. The newsletter is largely compromised of material from the bi-weekly E-Blast with some original content.
- Responsible for the creation of graphics as needed by the Office of Communications and External Affairs for the purpose of agency promotion of programs and administrative functions. Graphics needed include but are not limited to, infographics, backgrounds for agency videos, social media content, and promotional materials.
- Shooting and editing video for agency projects as needed.
- Coordinating with Constituent Services staff as needed.
- Perform Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duties/services as directed. Serves as a member of the agency’s ESF-15 team for disaster response.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Agency Requirements:
A Bachelor’s Degree and three (3) years of professional experience in journalism, public relations, marketing, media arts, communications, advertising, creative writing, or related field.
A Master’s degree and two (2) years of professional experience in journalism, public relations, marketing, media arts, communications, advertising, creative writing, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Comments
This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. “See Resume” is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.
Must possess a valid driver’s license. Extensive knowledge of website design and function. Experience using is Umbraco strongly preferred. Experience with video cameras, lighting, and audio. Experience with video editing to include Edius. Extensive writing expertise. Ability to drive and accommodate travel, minimal lifting of campaign materials and displays. Adobe Creative Suite program exp. preferred.
If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.
DIVISION: Office of Communications & External Affairs / Richland County
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from any job? If yes, please explain.
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I understand that supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation will result in disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. If there are any periods of time when you were not employed, you must also list those periods on your employment application. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application. The employment application may be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded. I have read and acknowledge the above.
- Yes
- No
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I understand that by completion and submission of this application, that if I possess educational credentials that qualify me for the available DSS positions, I will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if selected for the position.
- Yes
- No
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I understand that it is my responsibility to provide a certified official college transcript within two (2) weeks of employment in the event I am offered a position with the Department of Social Services.
- Yes
- No
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If you selected “Yes” that you are a veteran, are you able to provide a Member 4, Service 2-Copy, or NGB22 DD-214?
- Yes
- No
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Please indicate your level of education:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Master’s Degree
- Doctorate
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Please provide your major(s) and the date(s) you received your degree.
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Do you have three (3) years of professional experience in sin journalism, public relations, marketing, media arts, communications, advertising, creative writing, or related field?
- Yes
- No
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Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If (YES), please provide state agency.
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How did you hear about this job opportunity?
- State Career Website
- Radio/TV/Billboard Advertisement
- DSS Recruiter or Employee
- Friend
- Other
Required Question