Communication and Engagement Specialist

Position Overview:

A Communications & Engagement Specialist under the supervision of the Sr. Manager/PIO will create audio video and graphic design as well as written communication projects or any other projects needed to benefit the Public Engagement team within the Community Engagement & External Affairs Division. There will be assignments or projects in which the Communications & Engagement specialist will need to work in a group or at times will need to work independently.

Job Duties:

• Responsible for photo video and audio production projects supporting the needs of OCE.
• Develops digital video supporting the OCE brand and creative vision field postproduction written or any other projects assigned by the Sr. Manager/Public Information Officer Chief of Staff or direct supervisors.
• Requires the ability to operate photo audio software and video production equipment to perform duties as needed.
• Other duties as assigned including special tasks involved in responding to an emergency event.
• Ability to work well with the public and colleagues.
• Knowledge of audio/video production equipment including AVCHD video cameras DSLR live P.A. systems projectors and computers. And computers.
• Ability to lift to 20 pounds and bend & stand for long periods at a time.
• Ability to drive to and from different locations during business hours or after hours.
• Update the OCE webpage and compose social media materials and posts as needed.
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills.
• Perform additional tasks and duties as assigned and must be capable of working under pressure and meeting all deadlines.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign with the ability to create a wide range of graphic content such as flyers banners logos and other design materials as needed.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education:

• Associates degree in communications journalism graphic design or a related field.

Experience:

Knowledge Skill & Abilities (KSAs):

• Ability to write professionally at a high level; prior AP-style writing experience required.
• Basic photography/photo editing skills.
• Experience using a content management system
• Ability to understand the media environment to facilitate accurate and timely dissemination of information to the
• public.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information at all times.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision relative autonomy and general review.
• Ability to self-start; assume ownership in setting goals.
• Requires strong knowledge of office-related and communication software
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign with the ability to create a wide range of graphic content such as flyers banners logos and other design materials as needed.
• Utilize good time management skills and effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks/initiatives.

NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY the information stated on the application will be used for consideration.

Education:

• Bachelors degree in communication journalism or related field..

Experience:

• A minimum of seven (7) years of experience.

Knowledge Skill & Abilities (KSAs):

• Experience using the Adobe software suite for design

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Full-Time Regular 40 hours per week.
• Subject to early mornings late evenings weekends and holidays at times depending upon the project or workload.
• This position is Safety Sensitive and subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

Salary: Commensurate with experience based on 26 pay periods.

Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:

Work is generally performed indoors in a normal office environment with acceptable lighting temperature air conditioning and noise levels as well as outdoors as dictated by public engagement needs. Extensive use of a video display terminal (computer monitor). May be exposed to fluids compounds or chemicals used in office environments and outdoor project areas.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Infrequent driving of a vehicle.
• Frequent standing and walking; prolonged
• sitting for extended periods of time.

This position involves the communications and information management of a department or division. It typically requires interaction with organizations and individuals outside of Harris County. The typical work routine is eight-hour days Monday through Friday but also includes early morning evening weekend emergency and holiday work.

FEATURED BENEFITS:

Medical vision and dental insurance.

Wellness.

Professional development opportunity.

Flexible spending account.

457 deferred compensation plans.

Retirement pension (TCDRS).

Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).

Disability and life insurance.

Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.