DNR EDO Temporary Communications Intern - Remote/Hybrid

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DNR EDO Temporary Communications Intern - Remote/Hybrid

Salary

$18.00 - $19.00 Hourly

Location

Denver, CO

Job Type

Temporary (9 months or less)

Job Number

2024TEMP - EDO 2

Department

Department of Natural Resources

Division

Executive Director's Office

Opening Date

09/24/2024

Closing Date

10/6/2024 12:00 AM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Patrick Warnes patrick.warnes@state.co.us

Type of Announcement

This is a temporary position. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

Primary Physical Work Address

This is a Remote/Hybrid position - Work is primarily performed from a home office, however the selected candidate will report to the office at 1313 Sherman Street - Denver, CO periodically as well as other locations throughout the State for meetings, trainings and projects as directed by the supervisor. A free RTD Eco Pass is provided.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS) - PAYING $18.00-19.00 PER HOUR

The successful applicant will be expected to work 20-40 hours per week.

Consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. It’s our mission to manage and conserve Colorado’s natural resources for the benefit of people today – and tomorrow. That means we have to balance development with conservation so the state we all love provides similar opportunities for our children and their children.

We invite you to explore our website at https://dnr.colorado.gov/about-us to find out more about the work we do to manage Colorado’s natural resources for today – and tomorrow.

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply.

Just about every day the work we do at the DNR touches your life in some way. When you camp in a state park, enjoy a cold drink of water or spot a bighorn sheep on a canyon drive, these are some of the treasured resources we manage for the benefit of all Coloradans.

It’s our mission to manage and conserve Colorado’s natural resources for the benefit of people today – and tomorrow. That means we have to balance development with conservation so the state we all love provides similar opportunities for our children and their children.

Our diverse agencies work together to meet the recreational and resource needs of the public.

Description of Job

POSITION SUMMARY:

This Communications Intern position works in the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Executive Director’s Office to assist the Communications Director with media relations, social media, website/intranet content and accessibility, and internal communications. The position will be trained on basic communications and technology tools the Department uses, including email communications management systems, website, different digital accessibility tools, and the Google Suite. Opportunities to job shadow DNR employees and to attend board meetings, legislative hearings, and site visits will be provided.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES:

Media Relations :

• Help keep DNR media lists updated

• Monitor DNR clip and Google alerts for DNR related news to highlight for staff/leadership

• Assist with managing topics in govDelivery

• Assist with uploading lists/subscribers into govDelivery

• Assist with developing/designing bulletins in govDelivery

  Social Media :

• Track DNR issues on social media

• Help to track and strategize response to any comments

• Draft content for DNR social media channels

• Help organize DNR photo files (also for website)

  Website Content & Accessibility :

• Upload and do accessibility check on basic content to website (press releases for example)

• Assist with tasks for website refresh

• Assist with content uploads

• Assist with basic remediation for intranet overhaul

• Assist with basic page updates for intranet

• Assist Accessibility Specialist with remediating less complicated documents

• Assist with captioning videos posted on YouTube page and website

• Assist with drafting alt text for photos

  Internal Communications & Other Duties :

• Attend meetings/interviews

• Assist with media events as needed (general assistance, take photos)

• Attend or track DNR Boards and Commission meetings

• Assist with content and formatting of internal newsletters

• Help develop/maintain stakeholder lists

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Experience Only:

Currently enrolled in an accredited community college, college or university seeking an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. degree OR have completed at least one semester of community college, college or university

OR

Education and Experience:

At least one year of experience writing content for general audiences, assisting with or managing social media content for an organization, assisting with or managing marketing or public relations for an organization, or other experience closely related to the job duties.

Required Competencies:

• Experience using Google Suite, Zoom, and Microsoft Suite

• Attention to detail and organizational skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Analytical and critical thinking

  Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy of written content

• Demonstrated ability to write for general audiences (as demonstrated in supplemental question below)

• Basic knowledge of natural resources issues in Colorado

  Work Arrangements: This is a Remote/Hybrid position - Work is primarily performed from a home office, however the selected candidate will report to the office at 1313 Sherman Street - Denver, CO periodically as well as other locations throughout the State for meetings, trainings and projects as directed by the supervisor. A free RTD Eco Pass is provided.

Supplemental Information

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Department of Natural Resources is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, dnrhremployeebenefits@state.co.us .us

ADAAA Accommodations

Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact dnrhremployeebenefits@state.co.us .us at least five business days before the date that any accommodation will be required to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

E-Verify employer:

The Department of Natural Resources participates in E-Verify in accordance with the program's Right to Work for all newly-hired employees. Employees are queried through the electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify identity and employment eligibility. You may complete section 1 of the I-9 form upon your acceptance of a job offer letter, but no later than your first day of employment and in addition, on your first day, but no later than the third day, you are required to submit original documents to verify your eligibility to work in the U.S. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

Toll–Free Applicant Support - Technical Help

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it. The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with these types of technical issues.

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Why are you interested in this position?

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How will this position help you work towards future career goals?

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Describe a time when you had to learn how to perform a brand new task.

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Please describe how your work experience translates to your ability to successfully perform this position's job functions:

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Write two original paragraphs that describe, in your own words, the importance of natural resources and the outdoors to current and future generations of Coloradans.

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This is a temporary position not to exceed 9 months

• I understand and accept.

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