OUR MISSION
Our mission is to ensure the physical, operational and financial integrity of the regional flood risk management system, in southeastern Louisiana as a defense against floods and storm surge from hurricanes. We accomplish this mission by working with local, regional, state and federal partners to plan, design, construct, operate and maintain projects that will reduce the probability and risk of flooding for the residents and businesses within our jurisdiction.
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
This experienced-level public information position serves as a key communications professional for the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East. The role independently develops clear, accurate, and timely communications that explain the Authority's mission, operations, projects, emergency readiness, and public value. Responsibilities include media relations, news releases, public statements, executive communications, website and digital content, public education materials, events, facility tours, public-safety messaging, and emergency communications.
Success in this position requires excellent writing, editing, media relations, and verbal communication skills, along with sound professional judgment and the ability to translate complex technical or operational information into language that is understandable to the public. The ideal candidate will be organized, responsive, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines while working with executive leadership, technical personnel, government officials, media representatives, employees, and community stakeholders.
KEY COMPETENCIES NEEDED TO SUCCEED-
Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
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Building and Supporting Teams: The ability to combine one's actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.
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Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
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Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.
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Acting with Ethics and Integrity: The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit.
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Adapting to Change: The ability to demonstrate flexibility in thoughts, behaviors, and actions in response to evolving circumstances or unexpected change.
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Building Trust: The ability to create a safe and supportive environment where others feel comfortable speaking up, sharing ideas, and acknowledging mistakes.
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Demonstrating Initiative: The ability to assess situations independently and take proactive steps to address them without being prompted or instructed by others.
Four years of experience in public relations, journalism, marketing, content creation, social media management, or graphic design; OR
Six years of full-time experience in any field plus one year of experience in public relations, journalism, marketing, content creation, social media management, or graphic design; OR
A bachelor's degree plus one year of experience in public relations, journalism, marketing, content creation, social media management, or graphic design; OR
An advanced degree in public relations, marketing, communications, journalism, or English.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties:
This position will be responsible for the following:
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Media Relations and Strategic Communications
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Executive and Internal Communications
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Public Information and Digital Content
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Public Outreach, Events, and Tours
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Stake holder and Public Inquiry Support
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Emergency Communications
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: This appointment type can be filled as Probational, Promotional, Lateral Transfer, Detail to Special Duty or Job Appointment.
Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Sage Celestin
SELA Flood Protection Authority-East
[email protected]
504-286-3112
