The Division of Administration provides overall leadership and administrative support for all Divisions. The Division includes the Office of Director, Communications, Fiscal, Human Resources, IT, Legal and Legislative Affairs.

Job Duties

The Division of Administration is seeking candidates to fill a Public Information Officer 1 (PIO 1) position within Communications. The PIO 1 will perform the following job duties under the Communications Director which include but are not limited to:

Plans, directs, and administers all public information within assigned divisions, including news releases and social media content.
Responds to media inquiries and public records requests, and develops proactive pitches with media based on division initiatives.
Helps create video strategy, content, programs, and materials such as brochures, pamphlets, and other publications.
Serves as resource person for information on agency programs and activities, as well as first edits on speeches for Director and Superintendents.
Handles sensitive and confidential contacts and inquiries from the industry, business representatives and the public.
Oversees the development of content, design and distribution of the agency’s internal weekly email newsletter.

30 mos. exp. in field of journalism or communication dealing in public multi-media techniques & relations, public speaking, news writing, reporting & editing or technical report translation & communication dealing in public meetings; valid driver's license.

Or completion of undergraduate core program in journalism or communication; 6 mos. exp. in public multi-media techniques & relations in field of journalism or communication; valid driver's license.
Or 12 mos. exp. as Public Information Specialist, 64420; valid driver's license.
Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Communications

Organization

Commerce

Agency Contact Name and Information

Katy Zappia, katy.zappia@com.ohio.gov or (614) 995-7009

Unposting Date

Dec 10, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation

Pay range 11, Step 1: $29.34/hour

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Communications

Technical Skills

Business, Customer Service, Operational Support

Professional Skills

Creativity, Listening, Responsiveness, Strategic Thinking

Agency Overview

The Mission of the Ohio Department of Commerce is promoting prosperity by protecting what matters most.

As the state’s chief regulator, the Department of Commerce impacts Ohioans every day. We are motivated by our mission to promote prosperity for businesses and licensees by protecting what matters most to the residents of our state. We ensure compliance through proactive outreach, education, and customer-focused service.

Commerce is comprised of eight operating divisions and one standalone program that span a variety of industries including real estate, liquor, banking, securities, firefighting, construction and skilled trades, and cannabis. Through exceptional compliance practices and oversight, Commerce has a direct role in protecting Ohioans.

Our Guiding Principles

Making An IMPACT For The Customer

Inclusive
Motivated
Proactive
Accountable
Customer-Focused
Teamwork

Ohio Department of Commerce

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