Tourism, Department of

County(ies):	Dane
Classification Title: / JAC:   Job Working Title:	COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST 10-00804     Communications Specialist
Type of Employment:	Full Time (40 hrs/week)
Salary:	Starting salary will be between $28,029 and $37,000 annually, depending upon qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A six-month probationary period will be required. This classification is included in the Professional Fiscal and Staff Services Bargaining Unit of the Wisconsin Professional Employees Council and is assigned to Pay Schedule/Pay Range 07-05.
Contact:	Molly Pursian, Human Resources Specialist - Senior, 608-266-2131, molly.pursian@wisconsin.gov
Bargaining Unit:	Fiscal and Staff Services
Area of Competition:	Open
Deadline to Apply:	4/6/2010 All materials must be submitted no later than Tuesday, April 6, 2010.
Exam Information:	Exam cannot be previewed.

Do you have outstanding writing skills, including experience in a variety of formats and voices? Do reporters listen when you have a press release or story to pitch? Have you handled incoming media inquiries? The Wisconsin Department of Tourism seeks a Communications Specialist to assist the integrated marketing team with generating, editing and managing public relations materials, promotional content, and business correspondence, as well as handling daily media relations tasks.

For more information about the Department of Tourism, please see the Web site at http://industry.travelwisconsin.com/. This position is located in Madison, Wisconsin.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:   This position requires excellent oral and written communications skills, excellent writing and editing skills, with a keen eye for research and ability to tailor writing style to specific audiences. First-hand experience in effectively working with reporters is desired. This position requires solid organizational skills and good computer skills, with knowledge of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheets, PowerPoint software, website editing and data base software. The candidate for this position must be able to gather and analyze information and work within established processes and guidelines.

How To Apply:   You must complete the online exam to be considered for this position. If you have not already done so, you will need to create an account. After you are logged in and are viewing the announcement, click "Apply Now." You will be asked to provide your personal information, attach a resume (not to exceed 2 pages), and then complete the exam (not to exceed 3 pages). In the resume and exam, detail your experience, education and training as it relates to the job duties, and knowledge, skills and abilities listed above. Be clear about the scope and duration of your education/experience and any degrees or certificates you have earned. The information in your resume and exam is considered an exam and will be used to determine your eligibility for this vacancy. A panel of job experts will be convened to review your examination materials. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Required materials must be submitted no later than Tuesday, April 6, 2010.