Communications Manager - Communications and Outreach Division
Harris County, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
General Summary
The Harris County Attorney’s Office (HCAO) is hiring a Communications Manager to join our Communications & Outreach Division. The Harris County Attorney is the chief civil legal officer for Harris County. The office represents Harris County, its officials, and employees in legal matters and serves the public through impactful litigation and enforcement actions.
We are seeking a skilled communications professional to support the office’s mission by developing and managing external messaging, materials, and communications channels for the office. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and editing skills, experience managing projects and people, and a strategic approach to public engagement. This role will supervise a Multimedia Coordinator, Communications Coordinator, and interns. The role includes developing communications plans for events and community engagement efforts, supporting messaging for complex issues, and managing internal communications for the office. This position reports to the Director of Communications.
Duties and Responsibilities
Manage all external and internal communications for the office
Supervise a team that includes a Communications Coordinator and Multimedia Coordinator and manage a team interns; collaborate with the Communications Director, senior staff, and office division directors to develop and execute communications strategies
Identify branding and outreach needs—including brochures, flyers, handouts, and digital content—and manage the creation, production, and distribution of these materials
Support media relations, including maintaining media lists, drafting and distributing press releases, and assisting in media outreach and pitching
Write and edit a range of materials including press releases, talking points, speeches, internal and external newsletters, email campaigns, and content for digital platforms; oversee website content strategy and updates
Manage communications projects and timelines, ensuring deliverables are completed on time and aligned with strategic goals
Coordinate across departments to develop and elevate narratives that highlight key work of the office
Maintain a strong understanding of the local media landscape and current events that may impact the office’s public communication
Other Duties
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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.
Supporting Job Application Documents
Applicants should provide a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references, and one (1) work or writing sample with their application.
Education and Experience
A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in relevant positions with increasing responsibility.
Related experience includes: Public Relations, Communications, Public Policy, Community Engagement, Marketing, and other significant related fields in both private and public sector welcomed.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong creative, analytical and strategic thinking skills, along with the ability to manage demanding situations
Ability to translate complex concepts into plain oral or written language, and a distinctly excellent ability to write, edit, and organize communications documents and other information very clearly
Strong command of the English language and experience writing and editing to AP style as well as for digital platforms
Interest in and awareness of current local, regional and national news and an ability to develop story ideas tailored to the interests of the press and general public
Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across departments and with external stakeholders
NOTE
A sincere interest in public service and/or local government.
Knowledge and experience in creating external messaging and writing.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and problem solve when needed.
Experience or interest in working with diverse communities.
The Harris County Attorney’s Office Located in downtown Houston, the Harris County Attorney’s Office represents Harris County government, the Harris County Flood Control District, the Harris County Toll Road Authority, and the Greater Harris County 9-1-1 Emergency Network in all civil matters, including lawsuits. The office also provides legal advice to county officials and employees.
Position Type and Typical Work Schedule
This is a full-time position.
Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends and holidays as necessary.
Work Environment and Physical Demands and Mental Demands
This job typically operates in a professional office environment, and the attorney in this role uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, scanners/copiers, and phones. This is largely a sedentary role, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
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.
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We are seeking a skilled communications professional to support the office’s mission by developing and managing external messaging, materials, and communications channels for the office. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and editing skills, experience managing projects and people, and a strategic approach to public engagement. This role will supervise a Multimedia Coordinator, Communications Coordinator, and interns. The role includes developing communications plans for events and community engagement efforts, supporting messaging for complex issues, and managing internal communications for the office. This position reports to the Director of Communications.
Duties and Responsibilities
Manage all external and internal communications for the office
Supervise a team that includes a Communications Coordinator and Multimedia Coordinator and manage a team interns; collaborate with the Communications Director, senior staff, and office division directors to develop and execute communications strategies
Identify branding and outreach needs—including brochures, flyers, handouts, and digital content—and manage the creation, production, and distribution of these materials
Support media relations, including maintaining media lists, drafting and distributing press releases, and assisting in media outreach and pitching
Write and edit a range of materials including press releases, talking points, speeches, internal and external newsletters, email campaigns, and content for digital platforms; oversee website content strategy and updates
Manage communications projects and timelines, ensuring deliverables are completed on time and aligned with strategic goals
Coordinate across departments to develop and elevate narratives that highlight key work of the office
Maintain a strong understanding of the local media landscape and current events that may impact the office’s public communication
Other Duties
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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.
Supporting Job Application Documents
Applicants should provide a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references, and one (1) work or writing sample with their application.
Education and Experience
A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in relevant positions with increasing responsibility.
Related experience includes: Public Relations, Communications, Public Policy, Community Engagement, Marketing, and other significant related fields in both private and public sector welcomed.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong creative, analytical and strategic thinking skills, along with the ability to manage demanding situations
Ability to translate complex concepts into plain oral or written language, and a distinctly excellent ability to write, edit, and organize communications documents and other information very clearly
Strong command of the English language and experience writing and editing to AP style as well as for digital platforms
Interest in and awareness of current local, regional and national news and an ability to develop story ideas tailored to the interests of the press and general public
Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across departments and with external stakeholders
NOTE
A sincere interest in public service and/or local government.
Knowledge and experience in creating external messaging and writing.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and problem solve when needed.
Experience or interest in working with diverse communities.
The Harris County Attorney’s Office Located in downtown Houston, the Harris County Attorney’s Office represents Harris County government, the Harris County Flood Control District, the Harris County Toll Road Authority, and the Greater Harris County 9-1-1 Emergency Network in all civil matters, including lawsuits. The office also provides legal advice to county officials and employees.
Position Type and Typical Work Schedule
This is a full-time position.
Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends and holidays as necessary.
Work Environment and Physical Demands and Mental Demands
This job typically operates in a professional office environment, and the attorney in this role uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, scanners/copiers, and phones. This is largely a sedentary role, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
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.
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