Job # OMF-50333437-7.2.26-TW
This position
is located in the Office of Management & Finance, in Baton Rouge, LA, East Baton Rouge Parish.
The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and State as a Model Employer (SAME) to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Ready to make a meaningful impact on Louisiana’s workforce and organizational culture? Join the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry as a Public Information Director 1! The Public Information Director 1 reports to an unclassified executive staff member and is responsible for supporting and coordinating agency-wide communications, public information, public relations, digital media, publications, and outreach efforts for the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF). The incumbent serves as a key communications resource for the Department by developing and disseminating information through print, digital, social media, and web-based platforms; managing public-facing publications and digital assets; coordinating media relations and public outreach activities; and providing administrative support functions for the Executive Office. This position also oversees all aspects of production in the Department's bi-weekly publication, the Market Bulletin, and assists in advancing the agency's communications strategy and public engagement initiatives.
You'll thrive in this role if you enjoy balancing creativity with organization, can manage multiple deadlines at once, and have a passion for telling meaningful stories. Success requires excellent writing and editing skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to build relationships while serving as a trusted communications resource for the Department.
Why Join Us?
- Contribute to a mission-driven organization that serves communities across Louisiana
- Enjoy competitive pay and excellent benefits
- Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team
Core Competencies:
Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
Focusing on Customers: The ability to understand and meet the needs, preferences, and experiences of internal and external customers.
Leveraging Technology: The ability to use digital tools, systems, and emerging technologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Preferred Competencies:
Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
Adapting to Change: The ability to demonstrate flexibility in thoughts, behaviors, and actions in response to evolving circumstances or unexpected change.
Managing Projects: The ability to plan, implement, and close out project initiatives by coordinating people, resources, and timelines to achieve defined outcomes.
Managing Resources: The ability to manage financial, physical, and contractual resources to ensure compliance and maximize business value.
Managing Time: The ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and allocate time to ensure timely completion of work goals.
Testing and Troubleshooting: The ability to systematically analyze, diagnose, and resolve problems that arise within a system, device, or software.
Thinking Strategically: The ability to anticipate trends, understand context, and align actions with long-term priorities.
