King County
Overview
Summary: Join our dynamic team leading innovative watershed planning and restoration efforts. Collaborate with dedicated professionals across the division to inform and solicit feedback from the communities we serve and help advance projects and initiatives to improve water quality, restore and reconnect salmon habitat, and reduce flood hazards in our community. About the Role
The Communications Specialist III will work closely with Capital Project teams and project sponsors across the Water and Land Resources Division to develop and implement communication and engagement plans that help build community understanding of and support for capital projects that advance county plans, policies and initiatives (including the Clean Water Healthy Habitat initiative, the Strategic Climate Action Plan, the Flood Management Plan, salmon recovery plans, and the King County Stormwater Management Action Plan). About the Team
The Water and Land Resources Division is at the forefront of King County’s efforts to protect and restore clean water and healthy habitat and strengthen the resilience of communities, environment, and infrastructure in the face of climate change. We are a dedicated workforce of more than 400 supported by an annual budget of approximately $250 million. WLRD develops innovative strategies to protect working farms and forests, restore habitat, improve water quality, and provide county residents equitable access to green space. We plan, design, and build salmon habitat projects as well as levees and stormwater facilities. Our Environmental Lab and Science sections maintain high-quality data sets used for long-term water quality trend analysis and use best available science to inform decision making. We house the Land Conservation Initiative, which aims to preserve our last, most important natural lands and urban green spaces over the next 30 years. Our forestry and agricultural programs help individuals protect their lands and support local food production. Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice
King County values diversity and strives to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. Equity, racial and social justice are foundational expectations for all employees. As the Communications Specialist III, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. How to apply: Learn more about our commitment at the equity page. What you will be doing
Strategic Communication and Outreach Planning – Support the Capital Delivery Section by developing strategies, standards, templates and best practices for outreach and communications. Consultant Coordination – Support the development and management of project-specific consultant work orders, review consultant deliverables and assist project managers in ensuring compliance with County and WLRD policies. Project Communications Needs Assessment – Work with project managers and sponsors to assess outreach and communications needs and develop communications plans for capital projects at all stages of the project life cycle. Communications Production – Develop news releases, flyers, postcards, social media ads, and websites for capital project communications strategy appropriate to project audiences with support from project management staff and consultants. Participate in public meetings, engage with community members to share information and solicit input on WLRD projects and priorities. Qualifications You Bring
Experience developing and implementing strategic communications plans with clear direction, concise messaging, and measurable outcomes. Ability to synthesize and communicate technical information for broad audiences, including development of outreach materials, news releases, and web content. Skills in identifying and assessing communication needs of key audiences, including multilingual and disability audiences. Proficiency with digital and social media platforms and web content tools; familiarity with Sitecore, GovDelivery, PublicInput, MS Teams, and related applications. Education in marketing, journalism, science/technical communications or related field or equivalent experience leading communications work, including developing strategies, tactics, materials, and evaluating events or projects. Competencies You Bring
Customer Focus:
Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Drives Results:
Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances. Collaborates:
Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Communicates Effectively:
Developing and delivering multimode communications that convey understanding of diverse audiences. Instills Trust:
Gaining confidence and trust through honesty and integrity. Nice to Have
Direct experience with communication in natural resources management field. Background in environmental education, social marketing, or multicultural projects. Working Conditions
Remote and Onsite Work Details : Primarily remote from a home location, with onsite reporting requirements typically 3–4 times per month. Onsite locations may include King County worksites such as the King Street Center collaboration space. Remote Work Location Requirement : Must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite requirements. Work Schedule : Full-time, 40 hours per week. This position is not overtime eligible under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Evening and weekend work may be required to support public meetings/events. Union Representation : Represented by Teamsters 117. Application and Selection Process
We welcome applications from qualified candidates who meet the job requirements. Materials will be screened for clarity, completeness (online application, cover letter, resume) and responsiveness to qualifications. The most competitive candidates may be invited to panel interviews. Applications without required materials may not be considered. King County application Complete Application Resume Cover Letter Note: Additional documents may not be considered during minimum qualification screening. Finalists may be asked to prepare a sample communication document as part of the selection process. Who to Contact
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact the recruiter. Discover More
Discover more about the division and about DNRP via our websites and social channels as listed in the original posting. Equal Employment Opportunity
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, pay, or other forms of compensation.
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Summary: Join our dynamic team leading innovative watershed planning and restoration efforts. Collaborate with dedicated professionals across the division to inform and solicit feedback from the communities we serve and help advance projects and initiatives to improve water quality, restore and reconnect salmon habitat, and reduce flood hazards in our community. About the Role
The Communications Specialist III will work closely with Capital Project teams and project sponsors across the Water and Land Resources Division to develop and implement communication and engagement plans that help build community understanding of and support for capital projects that advance county plans, policies and initiatives (including the Clean Water Healthy Habitat initiative, the Strategic Climate Action Plan, the Flood Management Plan, salmon recovery plans, and the King County Stormwater Management Action Plan). About the Team
The Water and Land Resources Division is at the forefront of King County’s efforts to protect and restore clean water and healthy habitat and strengthen the resilience of communities, environment, and infrastructure in the face of climate change. We are a dedicated workforce of more than 400 supported by an annual budget of approximately $250 million. WLRD develops innovative strategies to protect working farms and forests, restore habitat, improve water quality, and provide county residents equitable access to green space. We plan, design, and build salmon habitat projects as well as levees and stormwater facilities. Our Environmental Lab and Science sections maintain high-quality data sets used for long-term water quality trend analysis and use best available science to inform decision making. We house the Land Conservation Initiative, which aims to preserve our last, most important natural lands and urban green spaces over the next 30 years. Our forestry and agricultural programs help individuals protect their lands and support local food production. Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice
King County values diversity and strives to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. Equity, racial and social justice are foundational expectations for all employees. As the Communications Specialist III, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. How to apply: Learn more about our commitment at the equity page. What you will be doing
Strategic Communication and Outreach Planning – Support the Capital Delivery Section by developing strategies, standards, templates and best practices for outreach and communications. Consultant Coordination – Support the development and management of project-specific consultant work orders, review consultant deliverables and assist project managers in ensuring compliance with County and WLRD policies. Project Communications Needs Assessment – Work with project managers and sponsors to assess outreach and communications needs and develop communications plans for capital projects at all stages of the project life cycle. Communications Production – Develop news releases, flyers, postcards, social media ads, and websites for capital project communications strategy appropriate to project audiences with support from project management staff and consultants. Participate in public meetings, engage with community members to share information and solicit input on WLRD projects and priorities. Qualifications You Bring
Experience developing and implementing strategic communications plans with clear direction, concise messaging, and measurable outcomes. Ability to synthesize and communicate technical information for broad audiences, including development of outreach materials, news releases, and web content. Skills in identifying and assessing communication needs of key audiences, including multilingual and disability audiences. Proficiency with digital and social media platforms and web content tools; familiarity with Sitecore, GovDelivery, PublicInput, MS Teams, and related applications. Education in marketing, journalism, science/technical communications or related field or equivalent experience leading communications work, including developing strategies, tactics, materials, and evaluating events or projects. Competencies You Bring
Customer Focus:
Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Drives Results:
Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances. Collaborates:
Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Communicates Effectively:
Developing and delivering multimode communications that convey understanding of diverse audiences. Instills Trust:
Gaining confidence and trust through honesty and integrity. Nice to Have
Direct experience with communication in natural resources management field. Background in environmental education, social marketing, or multicultural projects. Working Conditions
Remote and Onsite Work Details : Primarily remote from a home location, with onsite reporting requirements typically 3–4 times per month. Onsite locations may include King County worksites such as the King Street Center collaboration space. Remote Work Location Requirement : Must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite requirements. Work Schedule : Full-time, 40 hours per week. This position is not overtime eligible under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Evening and weekend work may be required to support public meetings/events. Union Representation : Represented by Teamsters 117. Application and Selection Process
We welcome applications from qualified candidates who meet the job requirements. Materials will be screened for clarity, completeness (online application, cover letter, resume) and responsiveness to qualifications. The most competitive candidates may be invited to panel interviews. Applications without required materials may not be considered. King County application Complete Application Resume Cover Letter Note: Additional documents may not be considered during minimum qualification screening. Finalists may be asked to prepare a sample communication document as part of the selection process. Who to Contact
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact the recruiter. Discover More
Discover more about the division and about DNRP via our websites and social channels as listed in the original posting. Equal Employment Opportunity
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, pay, or other forms of compensation.
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