Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00039345You may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career Section

　　HOW TO APPLYComplete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available at http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms):TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003)Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028)Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975)Authorization to Release Information (HR-074)Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position.Apply Online at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/644/jobdetail.ftl?job=00039345tz=GMT-05:00 and attach to the application the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).Apply through Work-In-Texas at https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/loginintro.aspx. You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with a copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). The additional forms are available at: http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms) and can be submitted via email to: [email protected] NOTEYour job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month year), supervisors name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.BENEFITSState of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov. Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary ADD Insurance, Dependent Health Life insurance, Health Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.GENERAL DESCRIPTIONPerforms highly complex (senior-level) informational and educational work. Work involves researching, interviewing, and collecting information to produce articles, web content and other materials made available to the public.Writes and prepares social media content and maintains active, engaging social media platforms for the agency, assuring continuous transparent communications about activities and operations.Monitors and evaluates state legislative issues and actions with potential impact to the Texas juvenile justice system or TJJD operations, assessing how these developments translate into TJJD communications plans.Handles written and verbal communications with various audiences, including the media, legislators, legislative staff, advocates, families of TJJD youth and members of the public.Helps develop reports, including the agencys strateg c plans and programs. Prepares presentations and assists with projects and activities at executive level and across the agency. Performance of duties involves extensive collaboration with the communications team as well as program and facility administrators. May train others.Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Periodic travel required. May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per workweek and be on call.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPrepares and edits agency publications, brochures, news releases, educational scripts and social media posts and campaigns.Prepares and/or edits talking points, speeches, or presentations for executive-level staff.Conducts interviews with sources and program experts; and creates and ensures that printed and online materials are thorough, accurate and engaging.Responds to general information inquiries about agency activities, which may include inquiries from media outlets, legislative offices, and the general public.Manages the agencys social media platforms and develops engaging, accurate social media content and campaigns with a goal of connecting staff, stakeholders, and the public to vital information about agency operations and goals. Monitors comments and messages and composes responses. Develops plans to improve engagement.Assists with public education campaigns and publicizing programs to community and professional groups to coordinate, improve, and stimulate interest in agency programs.Writes and edits website content and variety of collateral materials, digital and printed, about the agency and its mission.Maintains connections with and helps train agency staff members who submit news items for social media and the website. Enlists staff to help further communications goals and assists with communications outreach at the facility and community level.Participates in agency activities related to the legislative session; and researches and prepares reports on new laws and pending state or federal regulations impacting juvenile justice.Helps develop and edit administrative reports, newsletters, charts, and graphics pertaining to program activities, special projects, agency strategic plans, and training and resource materials.Consults and communicates with various TJJD departments/divisions, other agencies, and community groups regarding programs and changes to programs.Reports any presence or perception of racial, ethnic, and/or gender disparities.Performs a variety of related duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures:Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible.Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested time frames.Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelors degree with major course work in journalism, public relations, public administration, political science, communications, or a related field. Four (4) years of full-time wage-earning experience that may be any combination of the following: journalism, public relations, public information, communications, or media relations. Completed course hours of graduate study may substitute for up to two years of experience on a basis of 12 graduate course hours for one year of experience.ORHigh School Diploma or equivalent. Ten (10) years of full-time wage-earning experience that may be any combination of the following: journalism