PAY AND FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) STATUS :
Pay Range: 866
Hourly Rate: $24.00 - $34.00
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
The normal starting pay for this position is the minimum of the pay range listed above. A higher rate of pay may be considered, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
- This position requires applicants to be at least 18 years of age at the time of application submission.
- Employees in part-time/year-round positions may work no more than 29 hours per week.
- When completing the application, applicants will be asked to respond to application questions.
- Completion of the application questions is required.
- Applicant responses to the application questions must specifically answer the questions asked.
- Responses to application questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume.
- Applicants may upload only two attachments. Attachments may include, but are not limited to a resume, cover letter, transcripts, etc. Applicants may also choose to combine documents into one field for upload.
- Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to application questions have not been provided.
- Each application submission is reviewed independently.
DEPARTMENTAL INFORMATION
This part-time position is located in the Support Services Section of the Utilities Department within the City of Oklahoma City. The Program Specialist will support the Utilities Communications team by developing engaging internal and external communications that inform and connect employees and customers. Responsibilities include creating graphic design materials, writing and editing content, capturing photography, supporting marketing and outreach initiatives, and assisting with multimedia projects across digital and print platforms. This role collaborates with teams throughout the Utilities Department to develop communication materials that promote department initiatives, educate customers, and strengthen employee engagement while ensuring consistent messaging and branding.
JOB SUMMARY
This position is located in the Support Services Section of the Administration Division of the Utilities Department within the City of Oklahoma City. This job includes professional and management occupations requiring extensive courses of study (typically four or more years education, degrees, professional certification and/or licensing) or some combination of education and experience in related types of work. The employee may perform as a specialist, team lead or functional supervisor; manage special projects or professional program functions or activities, conduct research, audit or monitor program functions and activities, exchange information, and perform professional, technical or operational tasks using skill, knowledge and ability acquired through prolong educational courses of study. Knowledge of organizational, managerial, and administrative concepts and principles of the designated profession, skill in research principles and practices, and specialized knowledge of specific professional occupations including: engineering; architecture; accounting; urban planning; legal or technical advisors; scientists; supervisors; and other management professionals; may be required to fully function in the assigned position. Ability to travel is required.
OTHER DETAILS
Pay Method: City employees are required to receive pay electronically, either via direct deposit or pay card.
Former Employees: If this position is open to external applicants and you are a former employee, you must be eligible for rehire. If you are unsure of your rehire status, please contact the Human Resources Department at (405) 297-2530. If your rehire status has been coded “Not Eligible,” “Eligible 3,” or “Conditional,” you will need to request a review of your rehire status through the Human Resources Department’s Employee and Labor Relations Division.
Background Investigation, Drug Testing, Physical Examination: Upon a conditional offer of employment/acceptance of position, the City of Oklahoma City will conduct a criminal history background check for external applicants. Applicants will be provided contact information for any third-party reporting agencies used to collect background information in connection with conditional offers of employment.
If the position accepted includes a driver license (commercial or non-commercial) Job Requirement, the City of Oklahoma City will obtain a Motor Vehicle Report for internal and external applicants.
If the position accepted is safety sensitive and/or a driving position, internal and external applicants will be provided a copy of the City of Oklahoma City's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy prior to being directed for a drug test. A copy is also available at the links below:
HRB 25-01 Drug and Alcohol Testing Procedure
If the position accepted is cyber security sensitive, internal and external applicants will be subject to a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Interstate Identification Index (III) Fingerprint Background check. Additionally, employees in this job classification must complete Level 4 Security Awareness Training and pass an online certification test.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
If you require reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process, please notify one of the Human Resources Department Representatives by calling 405-297-2530. The City of Oklahoma City will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, actual or perceived sexual orientation, and gender identity and/or expression), national origin, age, disability (mental or physical) and genetic information (including family medical history).
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