Public Affairs Coordinator
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08/06/23Division:
Public Health DivisionManagement Level:
Individual ContributorScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.
Description:
The Public Affairs Coordinator at Jefferson County Public Health will support the Health Communications Team in maximizing communication between departments, the public, the media and outside agencies/partners.
Work involves developing and implementing written and verbal communications to increase the public's knowledge of public health information and engagement with public health initiatives and programs designed to improve health, prevent injury and disease and promote policy/systems change and health equity.
The position is in the Health Communications office and will report to the Public Affairs Manager.
Schedule:
Please note the schedule for this role offers both a full or hybrid work schedule.
Given the nature of this position, you may need to work the occasional evenings or weekends.
Hiring Range:
$63,000 - $70,000 USD Annually Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.
Benefits:
Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life.
Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules, remote work options and more.
For more information, see our Total Rewards summary.
Essential Duties:
Responsible for communication between various departments, the public, the media and other outside agencies.
This includes researching and writing articles, news releases, talking points, op-eds, blog posts and more.
Conduct media monitoring, planning and interview facilitation.
Conduct outreach to and build relationships both internally with employees and externally with stakeholders and the public to enhance communications.
This includes news media organizations and reporters for TV, radio, newspapers, bloggers and other sources.
Review, edit and provide feedback to communications materials developed by other JCPH workforce members/programs.
Support emergency preparedness rapid response, requiring occasional evening or weekend work.
Support development of marketing materials, messaging and content for websites, e-newsletters, social media and more.
Support internal communications, including developing events, messages and materials directed toward the Jefferson County Public Health workforce.
Assist with designing, creating and producing high-quality public information and marketing materials (e.
g.
, flyers, posters, social media and web graphics and displays) and other publications using the Adobe Creative Cloud and/or other professional design software.
Assist with maintaining Jefferson County Public Health's website and intranet, including assisting with content development, ensuring ADA accessibility compliance, posting regular updates using the content management system, preparing analytics and evaluation reports and other day-to-day website maintenance needs.
Take photographs at events and meetings, as needed.
Coordinate special events with internal staff and the community.
Assist with general communications administrative tasks, as needed.
Qualifications:
Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting.
If you are reading this and hesitating to click apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Minimal
Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, web/graphic design, English, journalism, or similar.
A minimum of 1 year of experience in a communications-related role.
Or an equivalent combination of education & experience.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Professional experience writing public relations materials, such as news releases, talking points, reports, blog articles, etc.
Prior experience working with news media organizations, including interview facilitation, media monitoring and planning.
A strong emphasis on clear, concise and plain language writing, in addition to strong proofreading and editing skills.
Experience delivering consistent earned media placements.
Experience/familiarity with AP Style writing.
Experience with crisis communications and responsiveness to emergent media priorities and needs.
Experience in training others on being a spokesperson.
Experience with risk communication and a willingness to increase that knowledge.
Expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign and Photoshop.
Knowledge, skill and attributes that lead to success in this role include:
Have outstanding communications skills, including written and verbal.
Have outstanding editing and proofreading skills.
Be digital-savvy, with an ability to quickly learn and adapt as technology changes.
Be a creative thinker, with the ability to tell engaging stories and come up with innovative ideas and solutions.
Be customer service oriented (e.
g.
, flexible, work well with others, ability to give and receive feedback).
Be a self-starter Be able to synthesize and translate complex scientific information and data into relevant and easy to understand educational information.
A basic understanding of health equity and the social determinants of health and a willingness to increase that knowledge.
Please provide a resume and at least one writing example from your portfolio.
Written responses in the supplemental questions will also serve as a writing sample in addition to your attached portfolio.
Please note:
Employment contingent upon successful completion of background check, motor vehicle report, and education verification.
Must have a valid driver's license.
If you are from out of state, you must have a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of hire date, and you must not have any major violations, nor more than one DUI, DWI, DWAI conviction in the past three years.
Must provide immunization record at time of hire or prove immunity to comply with departmental Communicable Disease Control Policy within 30 days of hire date.
About Jefferson County Public Health:
Creating health equity, which means everyone has the opportunity to attain their highest level of health, is a guiding principle of Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH).
All positions within the agency are expected to contribute toward achieving health equity in Jefferson County.
JCPH is committed to the diversity of its staff, as well as providing culturally responsive programs and services that help to reduce health inequities in Jefferson County.
As such, JCPH welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and abilities to apply for positions within the agency.
Mission:
Promoting and protecting health for all people across the lifespan through prevention, education, treatment, response and regulation.
Vision:
By 2030, we will achieve success with Healthy People, Healthy Places by purposefully serving and engaging the community, acting efficiently and effectively to address public health needs, using actionable and high-quality data and cultivating a thriving workforce.
Values:
Respect:
We approach all people with esteem, understanding, dignity and empathy.
Equity:
We approach all people with fairness, impartiality and a willingness to help others.
Collaboration:
We work collectively for the mutual benefit of the community through the sharing of information, responsibility, resources and ideas to achieve our mission.
Trust:
We act with benevolence, integrity, transparency, reliability and competence.
Innovation:
We empower our staff to develop ideas, measure processes and improve methods to achieve our vision.
How to Apply:
Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities.
Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position.
Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps.
To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team, please log into your candidate portal.
For more details on the recruitment process, please visit https:
//www.
jeffco.
us/1860/FAQs Questions:
County Recruitment Team:
303-271-8400 or email protected Library Recruitment Team:
303.
275.
6168 or email protected Sheriff Recruitment Team:
303.
271.
5332 or email protected Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Experience:
Work
Experience:
Minimum one yearCertifications:
Languages:
Category:
Administrative, Business Programs and Services Recommended Skills Ap Stylebook Adobe Creative Cloud Adobe In Design Adobe Photoshop Advertising Brochure Design Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
08/06/23Division:
Public Health DivisionManagement Level:
Individual ContributorScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.
Description:
The Public Affairs Coordinator at Jefferson County Public Health will support the Health Communications Team in maximizing communication between departments, the public, the media and outside agencies/partners.
Work involves developing and implementing written and verbal communications to increase the public's knowledge of public health information and engagement with public health initiatives and programs designed to improve health, prevent injury and disease and promote policy/systems change and health equity.
The position is in the Health Communications office and will report to the Public Affairs Manager.
Schedule:
Please note the schedule for this role offers both a full or hybrid work schedule.
Given the nature of this position, you may need to work the occasional evenings or weekends.
Hiring Range:
$63,000 - $70,000 USD Annually Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.
Benefits:
Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life.
Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules, remote work options and more.
For more information, see our Total Rewards summary.
Essential Duties:
Responsible for communication between various departments, the public, the media and other outside agencies.
This includes researching and writing articles, news releases, talking points, op-eds, blog posts and more.
Conduct media monitoring, planning and interview facilitation.
Conduct outreach to and build relationships both internally with employees and externally with stakeholders and the public to enhance communications.
This includes news media organizations and reporters for TV, radio, newspapers, bloggers and other sources.
Review, edit and provide feedback to communications materials developed by other JCPH workforce members/programs.
Support emergency preparedness rapid response, requiring occasional evening or weekend work.
Support development of marketing materials, messaging and content for websites, e-newsletters, social media and more.
Support internal communications, including developing events, messages and materials directed toward the Jefferson County Public Health workforce.
Assist with designing, creating and producing high-quality public information and marketing materials (e.
g.
, flyers, posters, social media and web graphics and displays) and other publications using the Adobe Creative Cloud and/or other professional design software.
Assist with maintaining Jefferson County Public Health's website and intranet, including assisting with content development, ensuring ADA accessibility compliance, posting regular updates using the content management system, preparing analytics and evaluation reports and other day-to-day website maintenance needs.
Take photographs at events and meetings, as needed.
Coordinate special events with internal staff and the community.
Assist with general communications administrative tasks, as needed.
Qualifications:
Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting.
If you are reading this and hesitating to click apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Minimal
Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, web/graphic design, English, journalism, or similar.
A minimum of 1 year of experience in a communications-related role.
Or an equivalent combination of education & experience.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Professional experience writing public relations materials, such as news releases, talking points, reports, blog articles, etc.
Prior experience working with news media organizations, including interview facilitation, media monitoring and planning.
A strong emphasis on clear, concise and plain language writing, in addition to strong proofreading and editing skills.
Experience delivering consistent earned media placements.
Experience/familiarity with AP Style writing.
Experience with crisis communications and responsiveness to emergent media priorities and needs.
Experience in training others on being a spokesperson.
Experience with risk communication and a willingness to increase that knowledge.
Expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign and Photoshop.
Knowledge, skill and attributes that lead to success in this role include:
Have outstanding communications skills, including written and verbal.
Have outstanding editing and proofreading skills.
Be digital-savvy, with an ability to quickly learn and adapt as technology changes.
Be a creative thinker, with the ability to tell engaging stories and come up with innovative ideas and solutions.
Be customer service oriented (e.
g.
, flexible, work well with others, ability to give and receive feedback).
Be a self-starter Be able to synthesize and translate complex scientific information and data into relevant and easy to understand educational information.
A basic understanding of health equity and the social determinants of health and a willingness to increase that knowledge.
Please provide a resume and at least one writing example from your portfolio.
Written responses in the supplemental questions will also serve as a writing sample in addition to your attached portfolio.
Please note:
Employment contingent upon successful completion of background check, motor vehicle report, and education verification.
Must have a valid driver's license.
If you are from out of state, you must have a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of hire date, and you must not have any major violations, nor more than one DUI, DWI, DWAI conviction in the past three years.
Must provide immunization record at time of hire or prove immunity to comply with departmental Communicable Disease Control Policy within 30 days of hire date.
About Jefferson County Public Health:
Creating health equity, which means everyone has the opportunity to attain their highest level of health, is a guiding principle of Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH).
All positions within the agency are expected to contribute toward achieving health equity in Jefferson County.
JCPH is committed to the diversity of its staff, as well as providing culturally responsive programs and services that help to reduce health inequities in Jefferson County.
As such, JCPH welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and abilities to apply for positions within the agency.
Mission:
Promoting and protecting health for all people across the lifespan through prevention, education, treatment, response and regulation.
Vision:
By 2030, we will achieve success with Healthy People, Healthy Places by purposefully serving and engaging the community, acting efficiently and effectively to address public health needs, using actionable and high-quality data and cultivating a thriving workforce.
Values:
Respect:
We approach all people with esteem, understanding, dignity and empathy.
Equity:
We approach all people with fairness, impartiality and a willingness to help others.
Collaboration:
We work collectively for the mutual benefit of the community through the sharing of information, responsibility, resources and ideas to achieve our mission.
Trust:
We act with benevolence, integrity, transparency, reliability and competence.
Innovation:
We empower our staff to develop ideas, measure processes and improve methods to achieve our vision.
How to Apply:
Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities.
Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position.
Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps.
To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team, please log into your candidate portal.
For more details on the recruitment process, please visit https:
//www.
jeffco.
us/1860/FAQs Questions:
County Recruitment Team:
303-271-8400 or email protected Library Recruitment Team:
303.
275.
6168 or email protected Sheriff Recruitment Team:
303.
271.
5332 or email protected Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Experience:
Work
Experience:
Minimum one yearCertifications:
Languages:
Category:
Administrative, Business Programs and Services Recommended Skills Ap Stylebook Adobe Creative Cloud Adobe In Design Adobe Photoshop Advertising Brochure Design Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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