Communications Representative 9-11 (-110)

The Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) is seeking an individual to work in public service as a Communications Representative 9-11 in the Office of Communications. This position is an opportunity to build a career doing work that truly matters – helping to protect consumers and maintain public confidence in Michigan’s insurance and financial services industries.

The right candidate will serve an essential role in the Office of Communications. You will be responsible for day-to-day communication activities and working with the Communication’s Director to ensure effective communication, write press releases and speeches/briefings, develop PowerPoint presentations, promotional emails, and other marketing and outreach collateral.

 Ideal candidates will have: 

• The drive to serve the people of the State of Michigan and make a difference in an important role that supports Michigan individuals and businesses.
• The ability to communicate clearly orally, in writing, and in public speaking situations; ability to develop effective presentations.
• An analytical mind capable of understanding complex statutes, policy forms, and converting this information into an easy to understand, consumer friendly format.
• The ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-tech environment while demonstrating sound professional judgement and decision-making.
• The desire to work closely with colleagues and management to solve problems.
• The ability to work well both independently and within a team.

 Other job features:

• DIFS is looking for a team member who has an interest in helping others, who wants to learn and grow as a professional, and who wants to enjoy all the exciting things life in Michigan has to offer.
• The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
• This position provides competitive pay, retirement, health, vision, and dental benefits.

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Work Location: This is an in-person position based in Lansing, Michigan, with the possibility for a hybrid work schedule where you would work from home up to three days per week, following a training period if approved.

Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, one writing sample, and copy of official college transcripts. 

An "official college transcript" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed, and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. The college/university does not have to send the transcripts directly to DIFS. 

Failure to attach the requested documents may result in your application being screened out.

NOTE:  The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.  Any applicant that is suspected of using AI software for any portion of the selection process may be screened out. 

DIFS is a Gold-Level Veteran-Friendly Employer, committed to recruiting, training, and retaining veterans and their spouses.

Required Education and Experience

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, broadcasting, telecommunications, advertising, communication arts, public relations or a related field.

Experience

Communications Representative 9
No specific type or amount is required.

Communications Representative 10
One year of professional experience in preparing and disseminating informational and promotional materials equivalent to a Communications Representative 9.

Communications Representative P11
Two years of professional experience in preparing and disseminating informational and promotional materials equivalent to a Communications Representative, including one year equivalent to a Communications Representative 10.

Alternative Education and Experience

Communications Representative 9

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major with two years of experience equivalent to a Communications Representative may be substituted for the education requirement.

OR

Completion of 60 semester (90 term) credits including 16 semester (24 term) credits in any combination of coursework in the following areas: English, journalism, communications, broadcasting, telecommunications, advertising, communication arts, marketing, or public relations, AND two years of experience equivalent to a Communications Representative may be substituted for the education requirement.

OR

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and four years of experience equivalent to a Communications Representative may be substituted for the education requirement. 

Additional Requirements and Information

View the entire job specification at:

https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/C/CommunicationsRepresentative.pdf (Download PDF reader)