Operations Communications Strategist

Working at Harris County Precinct 4:

You will be surrounded by team members who bring “heart, hustle, and higher standards” to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative, dynamic, and forward-looking.

What you will do for Harris County Precinct 4 (HCP4)  

The Operations Division is in search of a proactive and achievement-oriented Operations Communications Strategist. The selected candidate will manage all communications related to the work of the Operations Division. That work will include aiding in the preparation of meetings, reports, memos, talking points, scripts, presentations, social media posts, speaking engagements, and more. Given the dynamic nature of our work in Operations, this position demands a keen eye for detail and effective coordination and collaboration skills.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Liaison between the Operations Division and Public Affairs Divisions, working with various levels of leadership.
  
• Identify opportunities to highlight accomplishments and initiatives.
  
• Observe all phases of Operations projects and translate them into easily understandable terms for the public.
  
• Act as a central hub for the reviewing and editing of all programmatic content, including flyers, calendars, digital content, etc., for Precinct 4 parks, community centers, and special events.
  
• Facilitate and enhance staff interactions with the public at various meetings and events through the creation of talking points, briefings, etc. ensuring a consistent and engaging message, staying true to our brand and standards.
  
• Assist in preparing presentations, press releases, reports, memos, maps, etc.
  
• Draft and implement SOPs for bulletin notices, emergency notifications, and public awareness initiatives.
  
• Assist in planning and logistics for groundbreakings.
  
• Manage communications strategy for project notifications impacting residents.
  
• Develop and ensure the execution of communications plans, which include tactics across platforms (social, web, newsletters, graphics, printed materials, etc.)
  
• Attend regular editorial meetings with the Public Affairs team to maintain alignment with precinct-wide initiatives.
  
• Ensure all internal and external communication is consistent with Precinct 4 messaging and follows AP Style and established Precinct 4 visual and written style guide.
  
• Establishes and maintains an effective system of communications throughout Precinct 4.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  • Must be available to work outside of regular hours, ready to respond to work-related calls or tasks whenever they occur, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
    
• Supervisory/Organizational Responsibilities:
  
  • Consistently meet deadlines and communications objectives.?
    
  • Manage projects from ideation to completion, including project plans and timelines, scopes of work, and project budgets.
    
  • Provide mentoring, messaging guidance, and creative feedback to Operations staff.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

• Flexibility in job functions and responsibilities.
• High level of communication skills
  
• High attention to detail
  
• Well organized
  
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
  
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
  
• Demonstrates exceptional work ethic.
  
• Must exhibit sound work ethic.
  
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks, work under deadlines, and adapt to changing communications needs.
  
• Coordination and collaboration expertise
  
• Public servant mentality and can-do attitude
  
• Working understanding of Microsoft Office
  
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of communications best practices and trends.
  
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from the community and Precinct 4 leadership.

• Experience working in a government environment. (preferred)
• Experience with software systems such as Kitcast, Canva, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Office, and/or Monday.com. (preferred)

Position Type, Salary and Typical Hours of Work:

• Regular | Full-time

Location:

• TBD

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• The department seeks to empower constituencies to address issues of systemic change through coalition building and collective action. This job requires day-to-day attendance of events, meetings, and outreach efforts around Precinct 4, which requires physical travel. Physical demands include traveling with outreach packets, tables, tents, and other necessary materials.

Featured Benefits:

Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation, sick-time, and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.

HARRIS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Salary : $41,600