Communications and Events Specialist

　　SOUTH BEND, IN$60,900 Annually

　　Opening Date: January 4, 2024

　　Closing Date: Until filled (this position will be available on March 1, 2024 at the earliest)

　　Salary: Up to$60,900/Year

　　Location: 227 W. Jefferson Blvd., 9^th^Floor County City Building, South Bend, IN

　　Status: Full Time

　　Job Category:Special Occupation

　　FLSA Status: Exempt

　　To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. St. Joseph County provides reasonable accommodation to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship.

　　Incumbent serves as the Communications and Events Specialist for the St. Joseph County Department of Health, responsible for developing and implementing communications strategies, programs, and events to support the mission, goals, and activities of the St. Joseph County Department of Health (DoH).

　　DUTIES:

　　Develop annual goals, objectives, activities, workplan, and budget for DoH communications.

　　Collaborate with departmental leadership, local partners, and relevant stakeholders to develop, disseminate, monitor, and evaluate a broad range of health communications, including, but not limited to print, online, emails, videos, etc.

　　Create informative and interesting press releases, press kits, newsletters, and related informational materials.

　　Manage and develop social media as a tool for communication and engagement.

　　Create and implement a communications strategy that promotes and facilitates the work of the departments community health workers.

　　In collaboration with departments and Unit Directors, assist with any event planning and promotions related to DoH initiatives.

　　Coordinate events hosted by the DoH, including appropriate promotion of events.

　　Assist with the design, content, and production of all marketing, advertising, and education materials of each unit of the DoH.

　　In collaboration with Unit Directors, draft and edit press releases for approval by Health Officer.

　　Communicate with news media and other outlets to provide updated information regarding health-related issues in a timely fashion and as needed. Share promotional and educational material with media for dissemination to public as appropriate.

　　Lead the development and implementation of a county-wide communication plan to reduce the incidence of preventable cancers.

　　Assist with grant applications and reporting as needed.

　　Respond to communication-related issues in a timely manner.

　　Attend professional education workshops and seminars as required.

　　Incumbent is required to occasionally work extended or weekend hours, and may travel out of town for training or workshops, sometimes overnight.

　　Serves on 24-hour call for public health emergencies.

　　Perform related duties as assigned.

　　I.JOB REQUIREMENTS:

　　Baccalaureate degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related field preferred.

　　Relevant experience required.

　　Strong knowledge of communication practices and techniques.

　　Ability to write clear, concise, and engaging content that is tailored to the target audience. Thorough knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

　　Ability to deliver engaging, informative speeches and presentations.

　　Ability to multitask, work independently, and solve problems.

　　Ability to select optimal media placements to reach the intended audience.

　　Ability to work effectively on a team to translate program findings and disseminate this information to key stakeholders and the public.

　　Ability to organize, evaluate, and present information effectively to the target audience.

　　Ability to plan and organ ze all aspects of an event, including location, budget, headcount, and other relevant details.

　　Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

　　Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations.

　　Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.

　　Ability to properly operate standard office equipment, including computer and department software applications, keyboard, calculator, telephone/cell phone, and copier.

　　Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments, County Commissioners, County Council, IDoH, Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM), and the public, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities, and disabilities.

　　Ability to provide public access to or maintain confidentiality of DoH information and records according to state requirements.

　　Ability to comply with all employer and DoH policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.

　　Ability to competently serve the public with diplomacy and respect, including occasional encounters with difficult persons.

　　Ability to compile, analyze and evaluate data, make determinations, and present findings in oral or written form.

　　Ability to understand, retain, and carry out verbal and written instructions.

　　Ability to work alone with minimum supervision and with others in a team environment, often under pressure of formal schedules and deadlines, and on several tasks at the same time.

　　Ability to apply knowledge of people and locations, plan/delegate work assignments, use good judgment in extreme and uncommon situations, and maintain constructive relationships.

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