Job description
This posting is for the Hawaii State Legislature, Hawaii State Senate.
The position is located on the Island of Oahu.
Salary: $5,500 to $7,500 per month
If you have any questions regarding this non-civil service exempt position, please contact Carol Taniguchi at (808) 586-6720 (Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (HST).
The State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this exempt position to the Hawaii State Senate.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Develops public information strategies and programs to communicate the Senate's priorities and initiatives.
- Provides counsel regarding media relations to the members of the Senate.
- Provides the Senate with advice about and helps develop accurate, clear and timely messages.
- Provides necessary organization, supervisory leadership and motivation to manage the communications staff.
- Writes speeches, talking points and presentations for the members of the Senate.
- Edits communication pieces produced by the Senate.
- Monitors news coverage of the Senate and issues affecting the State.
- Serves as staff at various events and official functions, particularly those involving media coverage.
- Executes special projects as assigned by the Senate Leadership.
- Performs other duties and projects as assigned by the Senate Vice President.
Skills/Abilities: Must possess excellent oral and written command of the English language, excellent organizational skills, and ability to work well with a wide variety of personalities. Ability to work in fast paced environment and able to "think on your feet" to optimize opportunities for the Senate with the media.
Education: 4-year college degree or higher.
Experience: Experience in public relations, political communications, journalism, social media, marketing and crisis management.
LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK REQUIREMENT: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
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NOTE: The State Recruiting Office will refer you to the Hawaii State Senate regarding this exempt position.
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