Public Information and Communications Specialist
Durham, NC Durham, NC Part-time Part-time $23.
29 - $35.
86 an hour $23.
29 - $35.
86 an hour 15 hours ago 15 hours ago 15 hours ago Position Description Work.
Serve.
Thrive.
With the City of Durham Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve.
Hiring Range:
$23.
29 - $25.
00 hr.
Workdays/Hours:
8:
00 a.
m.
to 4:
00 p.
m.
with flexibility in work schedule The City of Durham's Department of Water Management (DWM) wants YOU to join our team of more than 380 talented and dedicated employees that provide critical water and sewer services for Durham's 309,000 plus residents.
Not only do we deliver some of the Best Tasting Water in the state to our customers each and every day, but we also make sure that the wastewater leaving our facilities is carefully treated to protect the environment.
If you have a passion for managing vital water resources, protecting the environment, providing excellent customer service, join our team and lend your expertise to support the Department in implementing a critical communication campaign.
Water Management is seeking a communications professional committed to community engagement and empowerment.
In this role, you will support public outreach, communications, and educational activities required by the recently passed Lead and Copper Rule Revisions.
The candidate for this role needs to possess strong communication skills--verbal and written--and the ability to communicate on multiple levels--technical and relatable--to the community, contractors, employees, and professional staff.
Additionally, they must be organized and technically proficient in all Microsoft applications, as well as social media platforms.
Activities will be coordinated with support from the Lead Safe Team, including the project manager, SR Comms Analyst, and other key staff.
Successful candidates will communicate clearly in person and through various media, be empathetic and strategic, self-motivate and collaborate, and demonstrate a commitment to excellent customer service.
The position is a 30-hour per week position WITH BENEFITS.
Although there will be in-person reporting requirements, there is flexibility regarding schedule and work location.
The position is funded for one year with the potential extension of another year.
Duties/Responsibilities Serve as first point-of-contact for email protected emails.
Ensure web pages are up to date with current information.
Research the outreach efforts of other communities.
Work with contractor to update and/or develop communications materials.
Initiate and oversee communication campaigns.
Monitor social media platforms and develop responses, with guidance from Lead Safe Durham staff.
Facilitate neighborhood outreach activities, PAC meetings, etc.
Coordinate communication and outreach with City Departments and groups.
Create timely reports and track all communication and outreach efforts.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience Associate's degree or equivalent in business administration or communications Two years of related experience in public communications role Additional Preferred Skills Knowledge of the City of Durham neighborhoods and communities Bachelor's degree in a related field Benefits - General Full-Time Employees 11-12 paid holidays per year 12 standard work days of vacation per year 12 standard work days of sick leave per year, which accumulates indefinitely; sick leave may be used toward early retirement 2 weeks paid military leave per year Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance plans State and City retirement plans Short and long term disability plans Paid temporary disability leave for specified conditions City contribution of 10.
15% into the N.
C.
State Retirement System Paid funeral leave Employee Assistance Program - personal and family counseling Paid life insurance equal to annual salary 48 hours for volunteer work each year 4 hours parental leave each year Workman's Compensation Insurance 457 Deferred Compensation Plans Benefits - Part-Time (1,000 hours or more per year) 401(k) retirement plan (5.
0% of salary) State retirement plan Benefits Part-Time (Average 30 hours per week over 12 month period) 401(k) retirement plan (5.
0% of salary) State retirement plan Health Insurance.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
29 - $35.
86 an hour $23.
29 - $35.
86 an hour 15 hours ago 15 hours ago 15 hours ago Position Description Work.
Serve.
Thrive.
With the City of Durham Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve.
Hiring Range:
$23.
29 - $25.
00 hr.
Workdays/Hours:
8:
00 a.
m.
to 4:
00 p.
m.
with flexibility in work schedule The City of Durham's Department of Water Management (DWM) wants YOU to join our team of more than 380 talented and dedicated employees that provide critical water and sewer services for Durham's 309,000 plus residents.
Not only do we deliver some of the Best Tasting Water in the state to our customers each and every day, but we also make sure that the wastewater leaving our facilities is carefully treated to protect the environment.
If you have a passion for managing vital water resources, protecting the environment, providing excellent customer service, join our team and lend your expertise to support the Department in implementing a critical communication campaign.
Water Management is seeking a communications professional committed to community engagement and empowerment.
In this role, you will support public outreach, communications, and educational activities required by the recently passed Lead and Copper Rule Revisions.
The candidate for this role needs to possess strong communication skills--verbal and written--and the ability to communicate on multiple levels--technical and relatable--to the community, contractors, employees, and professional staff.
Additionally, they must be organized and technically proficient in all Microsoft applications, as well as social media platforms.
Activities will be coordinated with support from the Lead Safe Team, including the project manager, SR Comms Analyst, and other key staff.
Successful candidates will communicate clearly in person and through various media, be empathetic and strategic, self-motivate and collaborate, and demonstrate a commitment to excellent customer service.
The position is a 30-hour per week position WITH BENEFITS.
Although there will be in-person reporting requirements, there is flexibility regarding schedule and work location.
The position is funded for one year with the potential extension of another year.
Duties/Responsibilities Serve as first point-of-contact for email protected emails.
Ensure web pages are up to date with current information.
Research the outreach efforts of other communities.
Work with contractor to update and/or develop communications materials.
Initiate and oversee communication campaigns.
Monitor social media platforms and develop responses, with guidance from Lead Safe Durham staff.
Facilitate neighborhood outreach activities, PAC meetings, etc.
Coordinate communication and outreach with City Departments and groups.
Create timely reports and track all communication and outreach efforts.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience Associate's degree or equivalent in business administration or communications Two years of related experience in public communications role Additional Preferred Skills Knowledge of the City of Durham neighborhoods and communities Bachelor's degree in a related field Benefits - General Full-Time Employees 11-12 paid holidays per year 12 standard work days of vacation per year 12 standard work days of sick leave per year, which accumulates indefinitely; sick leave may be used toward early retirement 2 weeks paid military leave per year Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance plans State and City retirement plans Short and long term disability plans Paid temporary disability leave for specified conditions City contribution of 10.
15% into the N.
C.
State Retirement System Paid funeral leave Employee Assistance Program - personal and family counseling Paid life insurance equal to annual salary 48 hours for volunteer work each year 4 hours parental leave each year Workman's Compensation Insurance 457 Deferred Compensation Plans Benefits - Part-Time (1,000 hours or more per year) 401(k) retirement plan (5.
0% of salary) State retirement plan Benefits Part-Time (Average 30 hours per week over 12 month period) 401(k) retirement plan (5.
0% of salary) State retirement plan Health Insurance.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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