PUBLIC INFORMATION SPECIALIST II - 77071722 1

Requisition No: 873815

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: PUBLIC INFORMATION SPECIALIST II - 77071722 1

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77071722

Salary: $2,115.38 Biweekly, $55,000 Annually

Posting Closing Date: 04/24/2026

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FWC Communications Office

Communications Coordinator – Career Service Position with Benefits

$2,115.38 Biweekly, $55,000 Annually

1875 Orange Avenue East

Tallahassee, FL 32311

Statewide

FWC Communications Office

Communications Coordinator for Division of Marine Fisheries Management - 77071722

Tallahassee, Florida - $55,000 Annually

Our Organization:

The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.

Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment. Visit our website for more information: MyFWC.com.

Minimum Qualifications:
Four years of professional experience directly related to duties and responsibilities of this position.

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major course of study in communications, marketing, social sciences or a closely related field, or in a natural resources related field, may substitute for the required experience. Experience in biology or marine biology a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A mixture of experience in the field of communications and natural resources management.
• A degree or experience in biological sciences

Requirements:

• Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.
• Working hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
• Some travel (about 20%) is required and may include weeknights, weekends and holidays
• Responses to qualifying questions should be able to be verified by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft computer software, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is required.

Licensure, Certification or Registration Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This position serves as the primary media point of contact for the Division of Marine Fisheries Management within the Office of Communications. Responsible for and coordinates media activities relating to State and Federal marine fisheries management issues in close coordination with the Office of the Executive Director.

The Commission expects its employees to be courteous and respectful while assisting Commission customers and stakeholders, ensuring each encounter is as positive as possible. Employees should promptly resolve questions or problems relating to the Commission, its programs and/or fish and wildlife resources. Employees should seek to gain public support for agency objectives and programs by serving Florida’s citizens in a positive and proactive manner and by listening to what the customer wants and striving to meet their needs. When appropriate, employees will explain the reasons for agency actions or decisions while communicating a consistent FWC point-of-view.

Examples of responsibilities:

• Prepares, edits and coordinates press releases.
• Attends all commission meetings and prepares press releases and/or other information on other outreach platforms relating to actions of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission dealing with marine fisheries regulations.
• Provides written and verbal information in response to media calls or information requests.
• Works closely with Division and other agency staff to plan, develop and implement media and other public information initiatives about proposed agency actions or issues. Provides the appropriate mix of technical and scientific information in a format suitable for informing the public and garnering support for agency actions and fishery management programs.
• Responsible for regularly reviewing and ensuring quality and accuracy of Division public information that is disseminated through publications, emails, letters, and websites. Incumbent is expected to initiate and implement changes, modifications or other improvements to public information sources as described, in consultation with Division and other agency staff.
• Responsible for regularly reviewing and ensuring quality and accuracy of Division documents and materials prepared for state and federal legislative, planning, budgetary or other issues pertaining to or affecting the Division.
• Represents the Division Director or Office of Communications as requested at meetings of Commission staff, other federal and state agencies, civic groups and organizations, trade shows, etc. to receive input from these groups and to inform them of division activities.
• Responsible for social media planning and creating social media campaigns, creating and maintaining content through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other platforms.
• Work at FWC is cross-functional, meaning duties may cross division/office lines. The Commission expects employees to function across FWC’s organizational structure by providing their skills and expertise wherever needed.
• Other duties as assigned, including providing support to the Division Section leaders, Deputy, and Division Director as well as the Director and Press Secretary of the Office of Communications on special assignments.

Examples of Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of media writing and the processes for preparing and distributing press information.
• Skills in communicating complex or technical information to the media and the public clearly and understandably.
• Ability to compile and analyze information for use in public information materials.
• Ability to work with a broad range of agency staff and communicate Division activities and issues to agency staff, other agencies, and the public.
• Knowledge of the state and federal legislative process.
• Knowledge of all social media platforms.
• Skilled in regular use of social media.
• Ability to professionally communicate effectively both orally and in writing to a variety of audiences in clear, concise language.
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate and complete work assignments.
• Ability to use good judgment in decision-making and planning skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups of people.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to travel and work overtime hours, including some weekends, weeknights, and holidays.
• Knowledge of Microsoft computer software, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is required.

Why should I apply?

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
State of Florida employees enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions. State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement. As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.

• Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly
• No Cost $25,000 Life Insurance
• Nine Paid State Holidays, One Personal Holiday per year
• 4 hours Annual Leave and 4 hours Sick Leave accrued Biweekly
• Retirement Plan Options
• State University and College Tuition Waiver Program
• On the Job Trainings
• Support for family planning, including paid maternity leave, adoption benefits, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Family Supportive Work Program (FSWP), and paid leave for family and medical responsibilities for eligible employees.
• Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and other reasons because we understand the importance of giving back to the community.

For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.