Reference #: 4486064 THE POSITION The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board's Office of Communications is looking for an energetic, highly creative, and experienced Communications Specialist to join our fast-paced team! This exciting position will work collaboratively with the Director of Communications and/or the Deputy Director of Communications in developing, implementing, and coordinating media and public relations activities to further public understanding of the programs, functions, and services of the PGCB. If you are a self-starter who is looking for a rewarding career, we want to talk to you! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Communications Specialist you will assist with writing, editing, and distributing press releases, newspaper articles, brochures, pamphlets, or other educational materials; compiling briefing packets; sending out press clips; monitoring media; utilizing social media; reviewing and posting information on agency website; assisting in planning and scheduling media events; and creating presentation materials. You will use your communication skills traveling to represent the PGCB in public forums presenting information, and providing administrative support to the office when necessary.  We are looking for someone who can work independently, and as part of a team. Strong communication skills are a must to succeed in this position.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment. Work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must do so within Pennsylvania, and you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

One year of professional experience in public relations, editing, or journalism, digital communications and communications, and a bachelor's degree with major course work in journalism, communications, English, Digital Media, or a related field; or

An equivalent combination of experience and training. Additional Requirements: You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a Personal History Questionnaire with a thorough background investigation, including drug screening and the subsequent review and approval by the Board.

How to Apply: Your application must include a resume. If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the intervie er in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.