Communications Representative 9-12 - Office of Communications Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/5043403) Apply  Communications Representative 9-12 - Office of Communications Salary $24.19 - $42.46 Hourly Location Lansing, MI Job Type Permanent Full Time Remote Employment Flexible/Hybrid Job Number 2701-25-26-1 Department Treasury Opening Date 08/14/2025 Closing Date 8/28/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE) + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description Join Our Dynamic Communications Team! Are you a communications expert with a passion for public service? The Michigan Department of Treasury is seeking a Communications Representativeto drive our communications strategy and outreach efforts. Key Responsibilities: + Social Media Management:Oversee and manage department-run social media channels, ensuring compliance with state policies and standards. + Content Creation:Write and edit engaging content for both internal and external audiences. + Website Management:Review and edit content on internal and external websites managed by Treasury. + Graphic Design:Create compelling graphical content to support our communications initiatives. + Email Distribution:Review and distribute communications through email and other channels. Why You'll Love This Role: + Impactful Work:Play a vital role in disseminating important Treasury information through various communication channels. + Collaboration:Work closely with the Public Information Officer, Communications Representatives, Treasury Executive Office and other business areas. + Development:Help Treasury business areas stay updated on best practices for creating enriching content and adhering to State of Michigan accessibility standards. Qualifications: + Proven experience in social media management, content creation and graphic design. + Strong writing and editing skills. + Ability to collaborate effectively with various teams and stakeholders. + Knowledge of state policies and standards for communications. Ready to Make a Difference?Apply now to become a key player in the Michigan Department of Treasury's communications team and help us achieve our goals and objectives! Communications Representative 9-P11 (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Communications Rep 9-P11 (3).pdf) Communications Representative 12 Treasury Careers – Learn more about why Treasury is a Great Place to Work! Required Education and Experience Education Possession of a bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, broadcasting, telecommunications, advertising, communication arts, public relations or a related field. Experience Note: Experience is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree. Communications Representative 9 No specific type or amount is required. Communications Representative 10 One year of professional experience in preparing and disseminating informational and promotional materials equivalent to a Communications Representative 9. Communications Representative P11 Two years of professional experience in preparing and disseminating informational and promotional materials equivalent to a Communications Representative, including one year equivalent to a Communications Representative 10. Communications Representative 12 Three years of professional experience in preparing and disseminating informational and promotional materials equivalent to a Communications Representative, including one year equivalent to a Communications Representative P11. Alternate Education and Experience Alternative Education and Experience Communications Representative 9 Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major with two years of experience equivalent to a Communications Representative may be substituted for the education requirement. OR Completion of 60 semester (90 term) credits including 16 semester (24 term) credits in any combination of coursework in the following areas: English, journalism, communications, broadcasting, telecommunications, advertising, communication arts, marketing, or public relations, AND two years of experience equivalent to a Communications Representative may be substituted for the education requirement. OR Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and four years of experience equivalent to a Communications Representative may be substituted for the education requirement. Additional Requirements and Information Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and a copy of your OFFICIAL college transcript(s) to your application. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) Official Transcripts. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), the Registrar's signature and/or seal, and must be recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) (https://www.chea.org/search-institutions) . A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, provided it contains the elements listed above. Review more information regarding official transcripts (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/neogov/OfficialTranscript.pdf?rev=b0798c88b0704c4c8feaf3e3e9d1bf80) . Foreign Transcripts. Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by CHEA . (https://www.chea.org/search-institutions) Go to evaluators (https://www.naces.org/members) for a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process. Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position prior to being appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Hybrid Remote Work. This position is eligible to work remotely on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and must work onsite Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Selected candidate must have a safe and appropriate designated workspace or workstation for performance of work and secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. E-Verify. The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/employee-rights-and-responsibilities) and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Interviews. Interviews may occur virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary. Instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview using Microsoft Teams. AI. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises. Your application for this position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. View the entire job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/C/CommunicationsRepresentative.pdf Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy. State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits. Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. Updated: 2/28/24 01 COMNREP - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's degree or higher in English, journalism, communications, broadcasting, telecommunications, advertising, communication arts, public relations or a related field. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major with two years of experience equivalent to a Communications Representative may be substituted for the education requirement. OR Completion of 60 semester (90 term) credits including 16 semester (24 term) credits in any combination of coursework in the following areas: English, journalism, communications, broadcasting, telecommunications, advertising, communication arts, marketing, or public relations, AND two years of experience equivalent to a Communications Representative may be substituted for the education requirement. OR Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and four years of experience equivalent to a Communications Representative may be substituted for the education requirement. + Yes + No 02 COMNREP - Please select your level of experience. + None to one year of professional experience in preparing and disseminating informational and promotional materials. + One to two years of professional experience in preparing and disseminating informational and promotional materials. + Two to three years of professional experience in preparing and disseminating informational and promotional materials. + Three to four years of professional experience in preparing and disseminating informational and promotional materials. + Four to five years of professional experience in preparing and disseminating informational and promotional materials. + At least five years of professional experience in preparing and disseminating informational and promotional materials. 03 How many years of experience do you have managing social media channels for a government or large organization, including ensuring compliance with relevant policies and standards? + None to less than one year + One to three years + Three to five years + More than five years 04 Please describe your experience for the previous question. If you have no experience, enter N/A. 05 How many years of experience do you have creating and editing content for both internal and external audiences? + None to less than one year + One to three years + Three to five years + More than five years 06 Please describe your experience for the previous question. If you have no experience, enter N/A. 07 How many years of experience do you have creating accessible content and graphics? + None to less than one year + One to three years + Three to five years + More than five years 08 Please describe your experience for the previous question. If you have no experience, enter N/A. 09 How many years of experience do you have training others on best practices for content creation and adherence to standards? + None to less than one year + One to three years + Three to five years + More than five years 10 Please describe your experience for the previous question. If you have no experience, enter N/A. 11 How many years of experience do you have using Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Cloud (i.e., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)? + None to less than one year + One to three years + Three to five years + More than five years 12 Please describe your experience for the previous question. If you have no experience, enter N/A. 13 Please attach at least three examples of both written and graphical content from your portfolio in the attachment section of your application. Did you attach at least three examples of both written and graphical content from your portfolio? + Yes + No 14 Did you attach a copy of your official college/university transcript(s) to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) + Yes + No 15 If you answered no to the previous question, please explain why. 16 Did you attach your cover letter and detailed resume to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) + Yes + No 17 Do you understand this job requires working onsite on Tuesdays and Wednesdays? + Yes + No 18 Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Do you currently reside in Michigan or if offered the position, would plan to relocate to Michigan? + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Michigan Department Treasury Address TreasuryOHR@michigan.gov 430 West Allegan Street Lansing, Michigan, 48922 Phone 517-335-7508 Website https://www.michigan.gov/treasurycareers Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email