Communications Director

Position Available: Communications Director

Classification: Regular, Exempt Salary Range: $41.62 to $45.78 per hour

Closing: Open until filled

This is a forty hour (40) per week position. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, general leave, paid holidays, State and 401A retirement plans.

The purpose of this position is to develop, implement and oversee communication and advocacy strategies that result in increased understanding and support of WorkForce Central and the workforce development system at the local, state and federal level. Strategies will include a broad representation of the system and its many partners. In addition, the Communications Director will use social media, traditional media, community convening to share workforce and labor market data, services that system partners provide, and strategic direction of the Chief Local Elected Officials and the Pierce County Workforce Development Council.

Primary Responsibilities:

The following are the primary duties and responsibilities of the Communications Director position:

· Administer website and social media content by creating, updating and monitoring copy, content, data and news in line with WorkForce Central’s goals and initiatives

· Write and edit internal and external communications pieces including newsletters, talking points and portions of research reports

· Proactively develop relationships with press contacts and coordinate with CEO and contractors on press relations

· Assist with and represent WorkForce Central at events, exhibits, interviews and presentations

· Interpret and communicate employment data on a recurring basis

· Manage and grow database of contacts

· Apply established messaging strategy across WorkForce Central materials and platforms

· Work closely with contract communications and graphic design agency in the development, design and production of marketing tools, special projects and overall strategies to ensure consistency and expand WorkForce Central’s influence

· Plan and convene community conversations related to workforce development issues

· Oversee, edit and approve all print and digital materials from WorkForce Central’s subrecipients as well as WorkSource partners and participates monthly in the statewide WorkSource Brand and Media Group phone calls.

· Assist CEO in developing contacts with and messaging to federal, state and local policy makers and key staff

· Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

To perform this classification successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism or similar field and 3-5 years Communications / Marketing experience. Some professional work experience may be substituted for the educational requirement.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

· Excellent writing, editing and public speaking skills.

· Experience managing digital media tools including major social media platforms.

· Experience with contact and content management software and tools.

· Ability to articulate technical and complex concepts in an understandable way to a non-technical audience.

· Basic understanding of workforce development and career pathways thinking.

· Language Skills – Ability to read and understand employment and labor market information and data, related periodicals and government regulations. Ability to compose reports, business correspondence and specialized materials. Should be able to effectively present information and respond to diverse customer groups.

· Reasoning Ability – Ability to define problems, research data, analyze facts, prioritize tasks, set goals and prepare reports. Should be able to understand, interpret and communicate a variety of technical regulations, accounting principles, instructions and program guidelines.

· Computer Skills – To perform this classification successfully an individual should have advanced knowledge of Adobe, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be required by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the essential functions related to this classification, the employee may be required to remain in a stationary or sitting position more than 2/3 of the time, to frequently move about the workplace to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc; to frequently operate a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copy machine, computer printer; to occasionally access materials or equipment placed at floor level; to occasionally ascend/descend ladders or stairs at client worksites; to accurately exchange information with coworkers, clients and members of the community; to occasionally lift/move containers of office supplies; printed materials and/or audio/visual equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, and must be able to detect safety perils.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions.

While performing the duties of the classification, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Tacoma- Pierce County Employment and Training Consortium (TPCETC), dba WorkForce Central is an equal opportunity employer and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

The statements contained in this position outline reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other related duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences, equalize peak work periods or otherwise to accomplish agency objectives.

** If interested, you must submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 references. If any of these are missing, your application will not be considered.

WorkSource is recruiting on behalf of Work Force Central

Work Location:

• One location

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift