Job Location : Olympia,WA, USA
The salary range for this position is $6,378 - $8,483 monthly.
Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for a Communications & Outreach Supervisor (Education & Outreach Specialist III) to join our dynamic, energetic and innovative team. The successful candidate will manage multi-faceted and complex communication projects and develop new programs for the Public Works department. As an expert in their field, the candidate will effectively use a variety of mediums to communicate essential information to county stakeholders and the public and lead the department in identifying and developing communication strategies and resources. This position is responsible for supervising professional and technical personnel.
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Analyzes and interprets technical information and develops new programs to effectively reach specific audiences.
* Stays apprised of emerging operations and environmental issues and anticipates changes in social and economic perception of issues and concerns.
* Designs new programs identifying mission, work plans, goals, objectives with measurable performance standards and financial impacts. Tracks program effectiveness, budget, and makes recommendations to management.
* Provides guidance to staff in handling inquiries and resolving conflicts. Researches requests or complaints, and personally provides assistance to the public for unusual, complex or difficult situations.
* Conducts educational seminars, workshops and training.
To view the full job classification, click here: Education and Outreach Specialist III
Essential Personnel:
This position is considered to be an essential worker and may be required to work during non-business hours or closures in order to meet operational requirements and needs, such as during a snow and ice event.
WHO WE ARE:
The Thurston County Public Works Department, located in Olympia, Washington is a national award-winning agency in delivering quality projects to our community. Our mission is to provide quality public services in all areas of our business. We actively help our staff develop and grow professionally, we bring together resources across divisions to achieve organizational goals, we are always ready to respond to community needs, and we are an American Public Works Association accredited agency, consistently meeting industry best practices benchmarks.
Our Core Values:
* Accountability - We take responsibility for our actions and the resulting outcomes.
* Customer Service - We provide our customers with the highest level of service and quality.
* Innovation - We strive to continuously improve processes, performance, and results.
* Safety - We demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to safety.
* Teamwork - We work together toward achieving a common recognized end.
Mission: to provide excellent public services in all areas of our business.
Vision: The premier public works organization, accountable and transparent in all services we provide to our community.
Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage
WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES:
* Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual's lifestyle.
* Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Benefits 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans website for more information.
* Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paid holidays.
* Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
* Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
* Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
* Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program that allows full-time public service employees who have made 120 qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Why you'll love it here: Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington's South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer's markets, kids' activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com.
Message to potential applicants: We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position, and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Bachelor's degree in education, public health, environmental health, or other closely related field.
* Must have five years experience working in public health, environmental issues, or other related field promoting education, outreach, media campaign, public relations or other comparable experiences to successfully perform duties and responsibilities of the classification. Previous three years experience with budget management, grant management, and lead or supervisory experience.
* Ability to utilize a personal computer with related software to perform the essential functions of the position.
* Current Washington State Driver's License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
* Depending upon assigned area of responsibility, may be required to possess a professional certification applicable to area of assignment (examples: Pesticide Applicator, Public Health Educator Certification, Hazardous Waste Health and Safety training, etc.).
DESIRED SKILLS:
* Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism or English and writing or other closely related field.
* Experience working in communication, marketing, journalism, or other related field promoting education, outreach, media campaigns, public relations or other comparable experiences.
* Proficiency in software programs and applications commensurate with the position (i.e. Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Website CMS, Constant Contact.)
* Proficiency in social media including the use of management platforms such as Hootsuite, Tweet Deck, and other digital applications.
* Experience writing press releases for department emergency situations (i.e. road closures, upcoming road closures and other public works activities.)
* Experience writing and designing publications for government organizations including internal newsletters and external annual reports.
OTHER RELATED RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:
Questions about this recruitment? Please contact Karen Weiss, Assistant Director, 360-###-####.
This position is:
* Represented by a Union
* Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
* Eligible for benefits
Items required for consideration:
* Application
* Resume
* Letter of Interest
* Supplemental Questions
Learn more about Thurston County at: Thurston County
Please note: Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.
THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County's Human Resources, at (360) ###-####. Those who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1-800-###-####) to connect with Washington Relay.