Logo
State of Oklahoma

Communications Coordinator II

State of Oklahoma, Durant, Oklahoma, us, 74702

Save Job

Overview

Join to apply for the

Communications Coordinator II

role at

State of Oklahoma . Location: Durant – 1524 Chuckwa Dr Salary: up to $60,000.00, based on education and experience Full Time / Part Time: Full Time Work Schedule: Monday – Friday Primary Hours: 8-5 5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Position Description

The Communications Coordinator II is responsible for being a storyteller and relationship builder who helps cultivate, plan, and coordinate the development of content through collaboration with program areas, county health departments, and the OSDH Office of Communication. Additionally, this position oversees media relations for the district. Position Responsibilities / Essential Functions

Work with program areas to create and deliver content that is consistent with our brand and addresses program and agency goals. Assist with integrating storytelling to support county and state health department goals, through various mediums, including written, video, social media, e-newsletter, and website. Review and edit collateral and messaging to ensure organizational consistency, accessibility, and compliance. Assist with internal communications at the district level. Establishes, develops, and maintains contact with media, professional, and civic organizations and other special interest groups to promote health department programs. Prepares, edits, coordinates, and distributes news releases. Prepares speeches, District/County newsletters, brochures, web pages, broadcast scripts, and other informational releases; coordinates major public relations or advertising campaigns for the district in conjunction with the Office of Communications. Develops special educational and promotional materials for presentation at exhibits, fairs, festivals, conferences, and schools; conducts tours of local health departments. Represents the District at civic and professional groups. Instructs, trains and may supervise the activities of others. Serves as photographer for the district and works in conjunction with the Office of Communications on video projects. Serves as project leader for special PR projects of the district. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job. Other duties as assigned. Other Duties

Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. Minimum Qualifications

Requirements at this level consist of a bachelor8s degree in journalism, communication, marketing, English or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in writing and editing, radio and/or television, public relations or serving as a public information officer, as well as one year of experience in writing and editing, radio and/or television, public relations or serving as a public information officer. Application Requirements

If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. Valued Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Advanced knowledge of AP Style and English usage, including grammar and composition; of public relations principles and techniques; of accepted styles for materials released to various media; of media sources and their capabilities; of visual graphics and video techniques; of agency\'s objectives; and of editing techniques and procedures. Ability is required to write and edit; to gather and organize pertinent data; to uphold and practice public relations principles and codes of ethics; to deliver informational presentations; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Knowledge of graphic terminology and techniques; of training principles and practices. Physical Demands And Work Environment

Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Employees must be willing to complete all job-related travel associated with this position. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job. Seniority level

Entry level Employment type

Full-time Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Industries

Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at State of Oklahoma by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Communications Coordinator” roles.

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

#J-18808-Ljbffr