Communications specialist - health human services Job at City of Portland, Maine, Portland, ME

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  • City of Portland, Maine
  • Portland, ME

Job Description

Job description

COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST - HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES



The Health and Human Services Department for the City of Portland is comprised of four divisions: Social Services: which includes three shelters, general assistance, and other support services such as homeless prevention and diversion and homeless outreach and engagement. The Barron Center: a long-term care facility. The Office of Elder Affairs: serving Portland residents who are over 60 years of age either living independently or with family caregivers. Public Health: which includes a multitude of public health programs with a mission to improve the health of individuals, families, and the community through disease prevention, health promotion, and access to health care services focused on disadvantaged populations. In total, the Health and Human Services Department has an FY24 operating budget of $56 million with 406 FTEs, made up of full time, part time, and per diem staff.

The City of Portland is actively seeking a qualified and enthusiastic candidate to fill the role of Communications Specialist in Health & Human Services. This position supports the Health and Human Services Department’s ability to communicate about the delivery of our programs and services to Portland residents.

This will be a multi-faceted position geared toward both internal and external recipients with a focus on promoting HHS programs and services, sharing the Department’s value and impact via various media platforms, and supporting internal communications that foster a positive and interconnected work environment. The position is ideal for someone who is passionate about being community focused, understands when and how to use plain language, can decipher complex data-driven information for the general public, and is keen to develop culturally and linguistically appropriate communications tailored to targeted audiences.

Requirements:

  • Hold a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, advertising or related field, or have any equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Have 3-5 years experience in a communications and/or public relations setting.
  • Working knowledge of digital media and computerized systems.
  • Strong communications and organizational skills.
  • Ability to respond to departmental project needs in a timely manner, which at times may require flexible work schedules.

Applications accepted until 09/06/2024
Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary & Benefits:

This is a non-union position (Grade C42) - Starting salary for this full-time, position is $70,708.00/year

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits include:

  • Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives
  • Thirteen paid holidays
  • Sick, vacation, and personal leave
  • Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
  • Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
  • Use of City recreation facilities
  • Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have questions or need assistance with the application, please contact Shae Gonzalez (City of Portland Recruiter) at sgonzalez@portlandmaine.gov or 207-874-8649

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Group : NON UNION

Job Family : ADMIN & SUPPORT SERVICES

Posting Start : 08/16/2024

Posting End : 09/06/2024

Details : Job Description

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Part time, Flexible hours,

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