What are the responsibilities and job description for the INFORMATION SPECIALIST III (SR-26) [1 vacancy] position at City and County of Honolulu?
An Information Specialist III plans and executes a wide range of public informational activities encompassing a variety of governmental functions and programs; maintains effective working relationships with members of the media, community groups, and key individuals in the public and private sectors; and performs other related duties as required.
Current Vacancy Information:
There is one (1) vacancy with the Department of Design and Construction, Administration Division, located in Honolulu at the Fasi Municipal Building. Under the general direction of the Director & Deputy Director of the Department of Design and Construction (DDC), this position plans, executes, reviews, and coordinates the department's communication between the Department and the City Administration, other City Agencies, and the community; provides assistance to the Director and Deputy Director on matters pertaining the Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) for various city agencies and Community Development Block Grants (CDBG); responds to FOIA request. This position may be required to work weekends and nights.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be placed on an eligible list for further consideration. This list may be used for current and future vacancies in this and/or other departments.Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply. At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited college or university with major work in journalism, communications, or a related field.
Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Four (4) years of professional experience in researching, analyzing, organizing and preparing written information for dissemination to the print and broadcast news media.
Such experience must have demonstrated the knowledge of publicity methods and media; principles and techniques used in writing informational material; techniques used in preparing and editing copy for printing; local government organization, functions and operations, and the ability to write and speak effectively; secure, evaluate, and present facts accurately and concisely; work well with people; communicate effectively with the various segments of the public; plan and administer informational programs.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation..............100%
Current Vacancy Information:
There is one (1) vacancy with the Department of Design and Construction, Administration Division, located in Honolulu at the Fasi Municipal Building. Under the general direction of the Director & Deputy Director of the Department of Design and Construction (DDC), this position plans, executes, reviews, and coordinates the department's communication between the Department and the City Administration, other City Agencies, and the community; provides assistance to the Director and Deputy Director on matters pertaining the Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) for various city agencies and Community Development Block Grants (CDBG); responds to FOIA request. This position may be required to work weekends and nights.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be placed on an eligible list for further consideration. This list may be used for current and future vacancies in this and/or other departments.
Applications must be submitted online by April 27, 2024, 11:59 p.m., Hawaii Standard Time (HST) in order to be accepted.
***Salary commensurate with applicable experience: $6,177 to $7,226 per month (SR-26), pending approval and subject to funding availability.***
Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you:
- use a valid e-mail account;
- verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account;
- are subscribed to email notices;
- check your spam folders; and
- add infoneogov@honolulu.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your contact list.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited college or university with major work in journalism, communications, or a related field.
Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your Bachelor's degree in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents by the closing date of this recruitment to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
Substitution: Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Four (4) years of professional experience in researching, analyzing, organizing and preparing written information for dissemination to the print and broadcast news media.
Such experience must have demonstrated the knowledge of publicity methods and media; principles and techniques used in writing informational material; techniques used in preparing and editing copy for printing; local government organization, functions and operations, and the ability to write and speak effectively; secure, evaluate, and present facts accurately and concisely; work well with people; communicate effectively with the various segments of the public; plan and administer informational programs.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation..............100%
Salary : $6,177 - $7,226
MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS SPECIALIST (PLANNER VI) (SR-26) [1 vacancy]
City and County of Honolulu -
Oahu, HI
