Senior Communications Officer Jobs

Posting Date

07/10/23

Application Deadline

07/20/23

Pay Range

$62,504 - $ 103,500 annually

The pay range listed above reflects the FULL pay range for this position. Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

County Manager

About The Position

The Senior Communications Officer position requires a skilled, multi-media communicator with strong knowledge of current events and Arizona politics to share board-related information with the public through statements, newsletters, press releases, editorials, social media, graphics, and more. Managing time and multiple projects for several individuals with sometimes differing interests is necessary. This position will report to the central Office of Communications but will spend a significant amount of time collaborating with board members and their staff. Apply now for this unique opportunity to grow your communications career!

About Us

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors governs the nation’s 4th largest and fastest-growing county and board members have prioritized providing transparent, accurate, and relatable information about the County and its 50+ lines of business to constituents and media members. The Office of Communications provides professional consultation and products in strategic communications, media relations, crisis communications, social media strategy, web design and content, video production, and email marketing. Our goal is to generate a unique news stream on multiple platforms to engage both internal and external audiences.

Proud to Offer

• Perform work with a greater purpose
• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Learn more at maricopa.gov/5284/Why-Work-Here
• Employee discounts for goods and services
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
• Paid vacation, sick, and parental (birth/adoption) leaves
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Tuition reimbursement

We Require

• Three years of public relations, public information, journalism, or government relations experience
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Public Administration, or a closely related field
• A combination of post-secondary education and job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

We Also Value

• Spanish language skills (both written and spoken) at an in-depth level and familiarity with the various socio-dialects of the language
• Experience developing multimedia content using Adobe Creative Cloud
• Experience publishing via a content management system and email marketing platform
• Five years of public relations, public information, or journalism experience OR at least three years of government relations or political campaign experience
• Experience developing engaging visual material for use on websites, newsletters, and printed collateral
• Experience writing for elected officials or candidates
• Experience working in the public sector

Job Contributions

• Work closely with Communications Director and Deputy Director to ensure awareness of all board office communications and priorities in relation to overall county communications strategy
• Write statements, press releases, and talking points for board members
• Help compile and write content for district newsletters
• Help coordinate media appearances and events for elected officials
• Collaborate with elected leaders and staff to publicize county government work to constituents
• Write long-form opinion or informational articles for publication in local or national media outlets
• Assist board members with social media posts
• Closely follow Arizona politics to understand how county/board priorities fit into the big picture
• Update board member websites using a content management system (CMS) with minimal supervision
• Create graphics in line with brand standards with minimal supervision

Working Conditions

• Work occurs primarily in a business office environment, with occasional offsite work at various Maricopa County locations. Some remote work is possible. The position requires: periodically working early evenings, weekends, or holidays; travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles or private vehicles used on County business

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

Apply Now!