Education & Outreach Specialist I
Education & Outreach Specialist I
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$ 5405 - 7189
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The salary range for this position is $5405.00 - $7189.00 monthly.
Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for an Education & Outreach Specialist I to join our dynamic energetic and innovative team. The successful candidate will have experience implementing planning efforts to build community awareness education and outreach activities.
Essential functions may include but are not limited to the following:
- Analyzes and interprets technical information and assists in developing new communication assets targeted to effectively reach appropriate audiences.
- Uses social marketing to identify and reach target groups to promote awareness.
- Develops reviews updates and revises communication assets. May oversee graphic design and production of materials.
- Develops materials for and assembles components of media campaigns targeted toward appropriate audiences.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of communication materials and methods and makes suggestions for modification.
- Collaboratively works as a team member with others to ensure communication effectiveness. Coordinates activities and efforts to maximize program success in the community.
To view the full job classification click here: Education & Outreach Specialist I
Essential Personnel:This position is considered to be an essential worker and may be required to work during non-business hours or closures in order to meet operational requirements and needs such as issuing impact alerts.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work Environment Office setting in Olympia Washington primarily working at a desk or in meeting spaces.
- Schedule - Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Workload demands may occasionally require work outside the assigned work hours.
- Travel Requirements - Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings or trainings.
- Customer Interactions - Daily interactions via phone in-person and video with Thurston County staff and the public.
WHO WE ARE:
Our Core Values:
- Accountability We take responsibility for our actions and the resulting outcomes.
- Customer Service We provide our customers with the highest level of service and quality.
- Innovation We strive to continuously improve processes performance and results.
- Safety We demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to safety.
- Teamwork We work together toward achieving a common recognized end.
Mission - to provide excellent public services in all areas of our business.
Vision The premier public works organization accountable and transparent in all services we provide to our community.
Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized appreciated and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each persons talents and are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures lifestyles backgrounds and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage.
WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES:
- Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals lifestyle.
- PlanFor Your Future: As a member of our team you will enjoy great employee benefits including a retirement plan pre-tax savings accounts as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visitThurston County Employee Benefit Plansfor more information.
- Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn paid vacationin addition to paidholidays.
- Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career learn new skill sets and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
- Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
- Deferred Compensation:The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA):Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program that allows full-time public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans to get their student loans repaid.Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Why youll love it here: Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washingtons South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating hiking skiing and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia known for its many restaurants microbreweries coffee shops farmers markets kids activities history and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at.
Message to potential applicants: We understandthat some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position and meet the minimum qualifications we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in education public health environmental health environmental science or other closely related experience can be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
- Must have three years experience working in public health environmental issues or other related field promoting education outreach media campaign public relations or other comparable experiences to successfully perform duties and responsibilities of the classification.
- Must have the ability to utilize a personal computer with related software to perform the essential functions of the position.
- Current Washington State Drivers License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
DESIRED SKILLS:
- Strong editing proofreading and writing abilities
- Familiarity with social media platforms including Facebook Instagram LinkedIn and YouTube
- Experience with email marketing and newsletter development
- Basic graphic design skills using Canva or Adobe Express
- Interest in content creation including blog-style writing and public outreach material development
- Video editing experience
- Basic web content editing using Drupal or a similar CMS
- Familiarity with Formsite Adobe Illustrator and/or Adobe Photoshop
OTHER RELATED RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:
Questions about this recruitment Please contact:Zach Davis-Price Communications & Outreach Supervisor or .
This position is:
- Represented by a Union
- Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Eligible for benefits
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- Resume
- Letter of Interest
Learn more about Thurston County at:Thurston County
Please note: Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement
THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment services and activities which is free from restriction based on race sex marital status color creed or religion national origin age sexual orientation including gender expression or identity pregnancy status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status genetic information or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston Countys Human Resources at . Those who are deaf deaf-blind hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1-) to connect with Washington Relay.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
