Information Specialist (Information Specialist III)
Job #: 2025-38
- TWC Job #: 16842883
- Opening Date: 3/26/2025
- Travel Required: N/A
- Monthly Salary: $5,666.67 - $6,083.34
- Position Location: Austin, Texas
- Group Step: B20
- Class: 1832
- Status: Open
Information Specialist – Austin, Texas
The Office of the Governor is looking for an Information Specialist (Information Specialist III) to work in the Texas Workforce Investment Council (TWIC).
Who We Are
The Office of the Governor works to build a healthier, safer, freer, and more prosperous future for all Texans. We are located primarily within the Texas State Capitol Complex in Austin.
What You’ll Earn
The salary is $5,666.67 - $6,083.34 a month ($68,000.04 - $73,000.08 a year).
Benefits include medical insurance, sick leave, and vacation leave. Also, State of Texas employees are eligible for a defined retirement plan. Learn more: https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits
What You’ll Do
This is a job that performs informational and communications work. Work involves the collection of information, organization, and editing of written materials to develop, create, and produce content and materials for final publication, and the development of publication-ready reports and graphics for use by the agency, the general public, and other government agencies. Corrects basic spelling, typographical and grammatical errors (proofreading) and checks accuracy of facts presented and ensures departmental style and formatting consistency.
- Coordinates the writing, proofreading, and editing of briefs, digital content, technical documents, materials, and reports.
- Coordinates the preparation and distribution of content and materials for final publication.
- Develops and delivers periodic electronic correspondence to stakeholders and council members regarding meeting materials, publications, and other updates.
- Coordinates with staff in the development of formats, graphics, and assists with the layout of publications.
- Drafts, edits, and posts website content and graphics as required.
- Coordinates to obtain recommendations in the development of policies and procedures, including the development or assistance in creating social media policies and procedures.
- Work with management to develop, prepare, and disseminate policies and procedures for written documents.
- Coordinates, prepares, and refines materials for briefs and presentations.
- Ensures that all correspondence accurately reflects the Council’s perspective and position in the workforce system and is well-written, grammatically correct, and accessible information.
- Performs research as necessary to write and respond to complex technical issues.
- Verifies that project deliverables consistently comply with Council expectations, agency style, and communication guidelines.
- Verifies and thoroughly researches source information as necessary to ensure the accuracy of all correspondence prior to release.
- Establishes and maintains recordkeeping and work papers of research sources, editorial recommendations, and errors.
How You’ll Qualify
- High school graduate or equivalent; and
- Three (3) years of experience in journalism, public relations, public information, communications, media relations, or relevant work.
Note: Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.
You’re a Great Fit with
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in digital technologies, public relations, journalism, communications, advertising, or a relevant field;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; and
- Experience in planning; prioritizing; organizing; and managing multiple tasks, deadlines, and projects effectively.
Other Things to Know and When You Should Apply
It’s a great job for a professional who likes informational and communications work. Apply now by submitting a state of Texas application. Applications are reviewed daily.
Veterans
Veterans, Reservists, or members of the Guard can compare this position to Military Occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office.
How to Apply
Applications are received only through Work In Texas. The OOG requires all sections of the state application to be completed. Omission of data on the state application is grounds for disqualification of the application. Requests for accommodation should be made to the Human Resources office as early as possible in the application/employment process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Office of the Governor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new employees to present proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) days of being hired. The Office of the Governor participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Male candidates between 18 and 25 years of age are required to show proof of Selective Service registration (or exemption) prior to an offer of employment being extended. Such proof is not required to be filed with an application but must be provided upon request by the Human Resources office. For additional information pertaining to Selective Service registration, you may visit www.sss.gov. View a copy of the Agency's Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report.
Notice to Applicants Who May Require Reasonable Accommodation in the Interview Process
Applicants with disabilities who may need to discuss special accommodations during the interview process should email the OOG’s Reasonable Accommodation Program Manager or call 512-463-8315 in the Human Resources Department. If reasonably possible, please call at least 48 hours in advance to afford our representative and the hiring division sufficient time to properly review and coordinate your request.
Contact Human Resources
(512) 463-5873