Public Works Communications Specialist 1

Responsibilities

• Help create content for social media, websites, newsletters, videos, and digital platforms.
• Develop graphics, presentations, fact sheets, and public information materials.
• Support communications for transportation, utility, environmental, and infrastructure projects.
• Assist with public outreach activities and community engagement events.
• Capture and help develop stories highlighting Public Works programs and services.
• Support Public Works-related emergency communications and public information efforts.
• Track engagement metrics and recommend opportunities to improve communications.

Requirements

• 1 year of experience in communications, public relations, or related field.
• Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Communications or related.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Advanced Microsoft Office Suite and other computer skills.
• Knowledge: Communications, marketing and graphic design principles, practices, and tools; Social and digital media principles, practices, and tools; Writing, proofreading, and editing; Project management; City of Vancouver’s programs and services; Understanding of municipal government operations and functions; Pertinent federal, state, and local laws; Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment; Use of personal computers and basic software.
• Abilities: Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills; Intermediate graphic design skills; Intermediate social media skills; Write in a style that is engaging, concise and appropriate in tone for the organization and audience; Exercise sound judgment in the release of information; Communicate utility and public works services; Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; meet critical time deadlines; and adapt to change in work plans and priorities; Work well independently and collaboratively; Attend and travel between off-site meetings and events; Operate a personal computer and appropriate software; Provide a high level of customer service at all times; Project and maintain a positive image with those contacted in the course of work; Develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with team members and others; Maintain regular and dependable attendance; Demonstrate a commitment to valuing differences among people and to being inclusive; Show the utmost respect for others and act as a team player; Promote safety as a guiding principle and a regular practice in accomplishing work by focusing on safe practices and complying with safety and health policies and procedures; Recognize unsafe conditions which may be hazardous to an employee or to the public; Works in safe and responsible manner; not putting self or others at risk.

Benefits

• Diversity and Inclusion: At the City of Vancouver, we value and foster a workplace comprised of people with a range of different backgrounds, experiences and cultures. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is key to innovation, effectiveness and a positive culture. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.