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Harris County is Hiring a Senior Writer Near Houston, TX
Precinct One’s MissionPrecinct One’s mission is that we are committed to become a national model for delivering responsive public service utilizing inclusive, innovative and collaborative approaches to improve the quality of life, advance equality of opportunity and promote the fair treatment of all people in Harris County. The Policy team advances the mission by developing and advancing equitable public policy that enhances the quality of life of all Harris County residents.
What you will do at Precinct One
Harris County Precinct One is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Writer to lead and create Precinct One’s external-facing written communications content. As the Senior Writer, you will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive external communication strategies that promote constituent engagement, facilitate collaboration, and drive the achievement of our mission. You will collaborate with leaders across various departments to develop and execute comprehensive communications plans. You will also lead the development of written materials such as newsletters, memos, opinion editorials, statements, and other relevant content.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Develop communications plans and information-sharing strategies to elevate Precinct One priorities and advance strategic goals
- Frame messaging around critical public policy issues and current events
- Assist in the development of an annual strategic plan and content calendar for the Communications Division in collaboration with the Communications Director, Content Director, and key staff
- Monitor and research public opinion/sentiment, as well as progressive messaging around the country related to Precinct One’s public policy priorities
- Serve as an inter-departmental liaison for writing projects involving Precinct One divisions
- Draft, review, edit, and finalize content, press materials, op-eds, and Commissioner talking points as needed/assigned
- Interact with members of the press as needed
- Other duties: Performs all other duties as assigned.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
What you will bring to Precinct One
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, English, Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field of study
- Four (4) years of experience working on external communications
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal government operations
- Ability to effectively deliver and communicate information in a variety of settings to a diverse audience
- Skilled at working collaboratively with a commitment to serving the public
- Ability to perform highly skilled research
- Ability to apply logic and critical thinking to evaluate issues to identify strengths and weaknesses and offer various options, solutions, and approaches
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
- Experience with progressive messaging. (preferred)
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
- Full-time | Regular
- Monday - Friday | 9 am -6 pm
- Some evenings and weekends may be required
- Will generally perform duties in an office, though sometimes at external event locations
- Occasional travel within Harris County
How to apply
If this job sounds interesting, you meet the required qualifications and you can see yourself working for Precinct One, we invite you to apply.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Job Summary
Full Time
$112k-152k (estimate)
05/02/2024
05/31/2024
meo.hctx.net
Houston, TX
<25
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