Senior Community Relations Specialist

Job ID: 107643

Location: Oregon City, Oregon

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary:Regular

CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES

Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:

• Service
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Respect
• Individual accountability
• Trust

By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We`re always looking to improve. That`s the Clackamas County SPIRIT. https://www.clackamas.us/countyadmin/spirit

Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.

CLOSE DATE

This position will remain open until filled. The first application review will be Monday, October 21, 2024. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any time on or after that date.

PAY AND BENEFITS

Annual Pay Range: $87,447.48 - $110,710.34

Hourly Pay Range: $42.042059 - $53.226127

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate`s experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle. Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee`s date of hire.

Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.

Generous paid time off package, including:

• 12 hours of vacation accrued per month

• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals! This means you have access to vacation leave at time of hire.

• 8 hours of sick accrued per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year

Other Benefits:

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):

• Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee`s share of the retirement contribution.)

• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)

This is a full time County position represented by the Employees` Association.

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http://www.clackamas.us/des/benefits.html

JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Clackamas County`s Department of Public and Government Affairs (PGA) has an exciting opportunity for an experienced communication professional to join our team as a Senior Community Relations Specialist.

The selected candidate will work with the county`s Department of Transportation and Development (DTD). This large and diverse department oversees a wide range of programs and services, including:

• Transportation system planning and implementation,
• Planning, zoning, and code enforcement,
Urban renewal and economic development,
• Business and community services,
• Sustainability and solid waste,
• Forestry and county parks, and
• County libraries.

Our next Senior Community Relations Specialist will lead strategic communication and public engagement efforts across diverse DTD programs, ensuring clear and effective messaging for internal and external audiences. They will coordinate media relations, manage public information requests, and develop outreach strategies to engage the community and promote DTD initiatives. Additionally, they will provide culturally competent communication services, coach staff for media appearances, and advise management on the public impact of department policies and programs.

The ideal candidate will deeply understand communication and behavior change principles, public engagement strategies, and the ability to work with diverse communities to foster productive dialogue and community trust.

Clackamas County is committed to building a workforce that reflects our community. In that spirit, we encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in communications, public relations, public involvement, program coordination, outreach, and education in a mid-size or larger public, private, or non-profit organization
• Experience in developing and implementing communication and outreach strategies
• Experience creating and implementing communications plans and ability to integrate multiple communication tools
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to juggle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work both independently and within a team structure

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Experience in social marketing, education, or other frameworks that help influence behavioral change
• Experience working in large, multi-portfolio departments
• Experience conducting communication and educational outreach on behalf of a government agency or entity
• Bilingual fluency preferred, but not required
• Experience in equity, diversity and inclusion best practices
• Experience communicating sensitive and/or complex information to various stakeholders

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver`s license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/828106a0-265a-47cc-a3a6-0a2c8b028673

*For veterans qualified for Veterans` Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

TYPICAL TASKS

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Lead and support the development of communication plans, projects, and deliverables; develop and modify strategies that support the department`s objectives and goals; evaluate and select appropriate communication and styles for targeted audiences; ensure the department`s message, story, and images are appropriately conveyed.
• Assess communication plans and projects and update information based on feedback; serve as liaison and link between PGA and department.
• Coordinate, oversee, and respond to public information requests; coordinate interviews and appearances of elected officials, county management, and staff; draft, write, edit, and direct the preparation of public presentations, discussion notes, position statements, and speeches for elected officials and county management.
• Develop new methods of promoting projects to the public; develop strategies for presenting and facilitating community discussion and implementing new policies; and contribute to developing marketing and public involvement concepts for effective project representation.
• Advise management and project teams on the public affairs impact of proposed changes to department or county programs, policies, and operations.
• Identify and address potential issues resulting in public misinformation or miscommunication; provide culturally competent communication services.
• May act as county public information officer, spokesperson, and/or liaison to external groups; assess community values, concerns, and opinions and communicate them to staff and management; anticipate internal and external constituent needs and proactively provide information, access, and communication.
• Conduct research and analyses of issues relating to county business, budget strategies, and significant political and sensitive topics and issues; carry out media relations responsibilities; determine and recommend appropriate communication messages for elected officials and management.
• Coach and train department staff for interviews with journalists.
• May provide lead direction to staff on work activities; prioritize and coordinate work assignments; review work for accuracy and content; evaluate projects, activities, and processes.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is included in the County`s alternate workweek program, working 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Thursday (Fridays off). Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/9065b5fb-2237-47ce-9534-e7c8c40fc2bc and based on the Department`s business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County.

EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY

Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents..

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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The mission of the Department of Public & Government Affairs (PGA) is to promote communication, cooperation and strong connections between County government and its citizens, the business community and other government agencies to provide information to respond to key issues and increase awareness of opportunities and resources.

http://www.clackamas.us/pga/

APPLICATION PROCESS

Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

Help With Your Application:

• https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/6b3147a3-bf84-4f52-8238-64a37e936b4f
• https://www.clackamas.us/jobs#helpwiththeapplication

If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or mailto:[email protected]?subject=Application%20Materials%20Question. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).

HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN`S PREFERENCE

• https://www.clackamas.us/des/jobs.html
• https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a67ee11c-861c-4126-aa5a-4dec6174f6eb

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.

RECRUITING QUESTIONS?

James Callahan, Recruiter
mailto:[email protected]?subject=RECRUITMENT%20QUESTIONS

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5712777

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