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Information Specialist 3 – Content Creator

Salary

$62,337.60 - $96,699.20 Annually

Location

Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-01182

Agency

282 Iowa Department of Education

Opening Date

11/05/2025

Closing Date

11/20/2025 11:59 PM Central

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Job Description

Iowa Department of Education’s mission is ensuring all students experience a world-class education. To accomplish our mission, we need talented, passionate people working together to build an excellent education system that empowers all students to achieve their full potential.

Do you enjoy developing effective communication strategies, creating content that resonates with target audiences, and managing projects? If yes, look no further. We are looking for an experienced communications professional to support the priorities of the Iowa Department of Education.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced communication expert to join our team as an Information Specialist 3 in the Bureau of Communications. In this role, you will be the primary content creator and creative storyteller for the Department, focusing on priorities across the Division of Higher Education. This position leads work on creating original content and drives key messaging through a range of channels, including social media, website content, news stories, feature stories and video content. This position develops and implements internal and external strategies to ensure unified, consistent and positive messaging that defines and promotes the priority work of the Iowa Department of Education.

Your Responsibilities:

+ Serve as writer and content creator for the Department, particularly related to programs and initiatives for the Division of Higher Education, which includes career and technical education, concurrent enrollment, college and career planning, work-based learning, education outcomes, postsecondary readiness, financial aid and FAFSA completion, and other initiatives. Interview Departmental officials, employees and external contacts to obtain information about various aspects of programs.

+ Build out an editorial calendar and social media schedule in collaboration with other communication content creators to plan news coverage using a combination of written and visual content, including newsletters, feature stories, news articles, special reports, agency publications, social media posts, video and other web and print materials. Create timely and relevant written content and quickly execute story assignments. Write engaging headlines and copy and work with the Department’s graphic designers and video producer on complementary visuals. Craft social media messaging that draws traffic, increases engagement and grows followers.

+ Coordinate communication priorities for assigned areas and develop, implement and maintain communications strategies to support each in consultation with the Department’s director and deputy director of communications. Ensure content is on-brand and consistent in terms of style, quality and tone of voice across multiple channels. Recommend appropriate channels and platforms to reach different audiences.

+ Assist with design and layout of informational materials in collaboration with the design team.

+ Curate new clips for the Department on local, statewide and national reported covering the Iowa Department of Education and reported stories impacting education in Iowa.

+ Coordinate responses to requests received from the public and other stakeholders for informational materials. Maintain library and files of source materials.

Candidates are encouraged to include detailed information about their relevant experience in their application, or submit a cover letter and resume in addition to their application.

CREDENTIALS:

If you wish to review a copy of the Position Description Questionnaire, please contact [email protected] .

To ensure full consideration for this position, all requested materials must be completed and uploaded through the NEOGov (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa) online application process.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday; some nights and weekends, occasional in-state and out-of-state travel

WORK UNIT:

Department of Education

Division of: Chief of Staff

Bureau of: Communications

A successful candidate will bring or have the ability and desire to learn:

+ Passion for pursuing common goals in pursuit of public service.

+ Knowledge of educational programs administered by the Iowa Department of Education.

+ Ability to move projects forward with minimal supervision.

+ Ability to interpret and break down highly technical language and present information in an understandable manner.

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills.

+ Strong editorial and project management skills.

+ Strong time management skills with ability to work well independently and as part of a high-performing team.

+ Ability to manage self in relation to prioritization and time management

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills

+ Ability to interpret and break down highly technical and regulatory language, and present information in an understandable manner

+ Conflict resolution and interpersonal skills

+ Desire to work with diverse teams and stakeholders

DESIRABLE (OR) REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Experience utilizing Google Workspace

+ Experience writing and editing copy in AP Style

+ Experience creating, managing and optimizing a company’s presence on social media platforms

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

+ Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of children, their families, and Iowa communities

+ Collaborative, positive work environment

+ Talented and passionate work colleagues that will help you learn and grow

+ Opportunities to collaborate with experts from around the country

+ Employee discounts from a variety of vendors

+ Competitive salary and benefits package:

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

1) Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications and experience equal to four years of full-time work planning and developing content for dissemination through traditional media (newspapers, publications, radio, and television), websites, social media, and/or public speaking.

2) All of the following (a and b):

a. Four years of full-time work experience in planning and developing content for dissemination through traditional media (newspapers, publications, radio, and television), websites, social media, and/or public speaking; and

b. A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications equals one year of fulltime experience.

3) Number two above, where twenty-four semester hours of postgraduate coursework in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the required full-time work experience.

4) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to 18 months of full-time work as an Information Specialist 2.

For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class\_and\_pay/JobClassDescriptions/InformationSpecialist3-00754-90754.pdf)

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Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.

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We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .

Paid Time Off:

Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.

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Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.

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Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely.Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.

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Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?

+ No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

+ Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

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Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications?IF YES,How many years do you have of full-time work experience planning and developing content for dissemination through traditional media (newspapers, publications, radio, and television), websites, social media, and/or public speaking.

+ Not applicable – I do not have a Bachelor's Degree in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications

+ No experience in the identified areas

+ Less than two years of experience in the identified areas

+ Two years to less than four years of experience in the identified areas

+ Four or more years of experience in the identified areas

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All of the following (a and b): a. Do you have four years of full-time work experience in planning and developing content for dissemination through traditional media (newspapers, publications, radio, and television), websites, social media, and/or public speaking;ANDb. Do you have a combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications equals one year of fulltime experience. Note – total experience and education from "a" and "b" must equal a minimum of 8 years

+ Yes

+ No

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How many years do you have of a combination of postgraduate coursework in journalism, public relations, graphic design, or communications AND full-time work experience in planning and developing content for dissemination through traditional media (newspapers, publications, radio, and television), websites, social media, and/or public speaking? (24 semester hours of graduate course work equals one year of experience.)

+ Not applicable - I have none of the identified experience and education

+ Less than four years of the identified experience and education

+ Four years or more of the identified experience and education

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If you are a CURRENT employee for the State of Iowa (Executive Branch): How many months do you have of full-time work experience in the classification of Information Specialist 2 for the State of Iowa?

+ No experience as an Information Specialist 2

+ Less than 18 months of full-time work as an Information Specialist 2

+ More than 18 months of full-time work as an Information Specialist 2

+ Not applicable – I am not a state employee for the State of Iowa

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Do you have, or have had, a BoEE License?

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+ No

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Has there been probable cause, suspension, revocation or disiplinary action taken against you?

+ Yes

+ No

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Employer

State of Iowa

Agency

282 Iowa Department of Education

Address

Grimes State Office Building

400 E 14th St

Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

Website

https://www.educateiowa.gov/

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