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Communications Coordinator (Public Affairs Specialist 1)

Department of Consumer & Business Services
Salem, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 1/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/24/2025
Initial Posting Date:
01/23/2025
Application Deadline:
02/06/2025
Agency:
Department of Consumer & Business Services
Salary Range:
$4,833 - $7,407
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Communications Coordinator (Public Affairs Specialist 1)
Job Description:
Would you enjoy working on a collaborative and inclusive team that encourages diverse perspectives? Do you have a passion for developing creative and informative communication materials? Are you energized by helping others improve their writing skills by offering constructive and relevant edits to their written work?
If you are committed to helping our division improve our communication efforts to our employees and to the external customers we serve, then we encourage you to apply and be part of our energetic and creative communications team.
Mark Your Calendars! DCBS will host Career Fair 2025
Friday, Feb. 28, 2024, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
For more information, please visit:
www.oregon.gov/dcbs/career-fair
Our mission...
To equitably protect and empower consumers and workers while maintaining a predictable yet innovative regulatory environment for the businesses we regulate.
The
Department of Consumer and Business Services
(DCBS) is a progressive business regulatory state agency dedicated to the mission of protecting and serving Oregon's consumers and workers while supporting a positive business climate. The department administers state laws and rules governing workers' compensation, occupational safety and health, financial institutions, insurance companies and building codes. The department has consumer protection and education programs, offices, and ombuds to help consumers, injured workers, and businesses.
This position is with the
Workers' Compensation Division
(WCD). WCD administers, regulates, and enforces the laws and administrative rules governing the Oregon workers' compensation system.
This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
What’s in it for you:
  • Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
  • Colleagues who are passionate about public service
  • Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a
    competitive benefits package
  • Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
  • Possible eligibility for the
    Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
This position is eligible for
hybrid remote work
on a part-time basis once the incumbent has gained the proficiency to perform work independently. However, regular, scheduled office hours are also required.
Here’s what you will do:
As the Communications Coordinator, you will technical and practical expertise in coordination of division information and communications, including print, digital, Web, and other formats, and will gather input for developing or revising publications. You will interact with other members of the Operations Section, other sections within the Workers’ Compensation Division, and the DCBS Communications Section, to develop effective written communications within the division and to the public.
For a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities of this position, please review the position description by clicking
here
.
Here’s what you need to qualify:
Minimum Qualifications:
  • A bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or the Behavioral or Social Sciences or related degree
OR
  • Three years technical or higher-level experience directly related to the position under recruitment
Requested Skills:
  • Experience using the Associated Press Style Book and the Associated Press Writing Style
  • Highly proficient in creative writing: communications, speech, professional and Web content
  • Strong skills in editing documents and Web content
  • Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills
Application information:
  • A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Please attach them in the “Resume / Cover Letter” section of the application.
  • Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications listed and that you follow all instructions carefully. Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date will be considered.
  • You may be asked to submit a skills assessment, a writing sample, or a video interview as part of the application screening process.
Additional information:
  • Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials. On average, candidates new to state service will most likely be offered compensation in the lower to mid-level of the salary range.
  • This position is subject to a fingerprint background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.
  • Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website:
    Veterans Resources
    . NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section.
  • We hire preferred workers! For more information, please visit our website:
    Preferred Worker Program
    .
  • The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) does not offer VISA sponsorships. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet our agency employment eligibility standards. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. DCBS will use
    E-Verify
    to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
Helpful links and contact information:
Learn more about
DCBS
Understanding the State Application Process
Help and Support
webpage
For more information you may contact us by e-mail at
DCBS.Recruiting@dcbs.oregon.gov
or by phone at 503-378-3200.
DCBS is fully committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified candidates without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. For more information, please visit our
diversity, equity and inclusion webpage
.

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