Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Agency Information: Kansas Historical Society

About the Position

Who can apply: Anyone who meets the qualifications listed below

Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

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Compensation: $23.31

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

Fitness Centers in select locations

Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary: The Kansas Historical Society (KSHS) is seeking a creative person as Public Information Officer II who will serve as a manager and integral team member in leading the promotion of the agency through writing, researching, interpreting and editing articles for publication; planning, coordinating, and distributing messaging through numerous platforms; assist with gathering and evaluating audience data; capable of operating still and video cameras and tablets for promotional purposes; and assist with program promotion and project managing.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Position Description

Qualifications

• Education:

Licensing & Certification:

Minimum Qualifications: Two years of experience conveying information and analysis through composition of reports, articles and manuals and making formal presentations or achieving a common understanding or solution when there is dissension. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Preferred Qualifications:

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Caryn Kramer

Email: Caryn.kramer@ks.gov

Phone: (785) 272-8681 ext. 204

Mailing Address: 6425 SW 6th Ave., Topeka, KS 66615-1099

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Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

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Additional documentation required

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Education transcripts
• 3 writing samples
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application

• Tax Clearance Certificate (KDOR Website)

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