Company: Washington County Public Health Division
Position Title: Public Health Communications Coordinator
Location: Hybrid in Hillsboro, OR
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Summary:
This position will lead the Public Health Division to develop and coordinate a comprehensive public health communication plan. The role is vital to ensure accessible and culturally and linguistically appropriate communications and helps create a connected workforce through coordinated internal communications. This position also partners with the department-wide communication coordinator to ensure alignment with HHS's communication goals and standards.
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule including 3-4 days/ week remote work.
To learn more about our division, please visit: Public Health
* A writing sample is required to be considered for this position. We ask that you attach a brief writing sample when submitting an application. The writing sample should be half to one page of a public information announcement, community outreach information, press release, and/or issue briefing. *
Who we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will have experience with a wide variety of communications strategies and methods and have demonstrated experience supporting culturally appropriate and accessible communications. They will also possess a basic understanding of how HHS serves the community and possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule including 3-4 days/ week remote work.
To learn more about our division, please visit: Public Health
* A writing sample is required to be considered for this position. We ask that you attach a brief writing sample when submitting an application. The writing sample should be half to one page of a public information announcement, community outreach information, press release, and/or issue briefing. *
Who we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will have experience with a wide variety of communications strategies and methods and have demonstrated experience supporting culturally appropriate and accessible communications. They will also possess a basic understanding of how HHS serves the community and possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Ability to design and implement effective public information strategies using a variety of methods, techniques, and media.
- Understanding of the principles of plain language and write clearly and concisely.
- Exceptional grammar skills and familiarity with AP Style.
- Knowledge and experience with media relations.
- Ability to build strong partnerships with staff in the division to understand their needs and incorporate their feedback into communication planning.
- Familiarity with National CLAS Standards related to communication and language assistance.
- Understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and how to center these principles in all elements of their work.
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