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Oregon Housing & Community ServicesStrategic Communications Coordinator [Public Affairs Specialist 2]RemoteOregon Housing & Community Services (OHCS) is searching a communications professional to fill our Strategic Communications Coordinator position. We are looking for someone who can proactively manage important public affairs, analyze, and plan communication strategies, collaborate around public involvement efforts, and assist with media relations. If this sounds like the career opportunity you have been looking for, our Public Affairs Division wants you to apply todayOUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSION

OHCS commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Our Vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and live free from poverty.

Our Mission is to provide stable and affordable housing and engage leaders to develop integrated statewide policy that addresses poverty and provides opportunity for Oregonians.

Our Core Values: Collaboration – Compassion – Equity – Integrity – Leadership – Transparency.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Working Condition: Remote > this position can be fully remote with some requirements for in-person meetings. You must live in the United States to qualify for remote work.
• This position is a permanent, full time, and represented SEIU position.
• Per the SEIU CBA for OHCS represented positions, applicants who are current OHCS employees will be given full consideration and vetted through the recruitment process before utilizing the external applicant list .
• This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
• A resume and a cover letter are required for this position the cover letter needs to address the desirable attributes listed in this job posting.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The person in this position will support the work of the Public Affairs Division and will proactively manage important public affairs work, including analyzing and planning communication strategies, collaborating around public involvement efforts, and assisting with media relations. This work may include timely projects related to Governor Tina Kotek's Emergency Orders that address the state's housing and homelessness crisis. This position may coordinate community and media outreach in support of the agency's communication initiatives and strategies. They will coordinate with staff on the communications needs of the agency. The Strategic Communications Coordinator will develop communications with an eye towards equity and racial justice utilizing culturally appropriate strategies.

The Strategic Communications Coordinator will support the Communications Team including reporting to the Strategic Communications Manager, and working closely with Communications Coordinator(s), the Public Information Officer, and the Public Affairs Director. They will be responsible for creating internal and external communication support for the agency including development of assigned content in social media, Director's Message, research and writing for public media and publications, design, presentation development, and planning, and talking points and support for public events and partner updates.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A bachelor's degree in business or public administration, public relations, marketing, journalism, the behavioral or social sciences or related degree, and two years professional level experience in public relations or affairs
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Five years' experience directly related to the position under recruitment; two of the five years must have been at the professional level.

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WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR (DESIRED ATTRIBUTES)

The most competitive candidates will possess the following attributes, experience, and knowledge:

• Professional experience in communications and/or public affairs.
• Ability to develop and implement communications tools and approaches as needed to enhance external message delivery.
• Experience writing public-facing materials such as newsletters, social media, or preparing articles and press releases for distribution to media.
• Excellent presentation, oral, and written communication skills.
• Flexibility under pressure, team player ideally with a sense of humor.
• Ability to balance multiple deadlines and a fast-paced working environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of social justice issues; a deep commitment to equity and social justice, and strong alignment with OHCS values.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to deal effectively with a wide variety of people representing diverse viewpoints.
• Candidates of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, as well as bilingual/multicultural individuals, are encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of Microsoft office Suite, Adobe, and SharePoint.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

You will become part of an innovative and strategic group of professionals and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package

• A positive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and cross-training.
• An agency that supports and encourages work/life balance and overall wellness.
• including, employer-paid health insurance, vacation, and sick leave, eleven paid holidays, three paid personal days, flexible spending accounts, and an employer contribution retirement plan ().

RECRUITMENT TIMELINE

*These dates are approximate and may change. *

• Recruitment Closes: 05/10/24
• Recruiter Screening for Minimum Qualifications: On-going
• Human Resources Screening for Requested Skills: On-going
• 1st round interviews: Week of 5/20/24
• 2nd Round of Interviews: TBD if needed.
• Anticipated Start Date: 07/01/24.

APPLICATION GUIDANCE AND REQUIREMENTS

• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.
• If you are not a current State of Oregon employee: view this .
• Required: Attach your most up-to-date resume.
• Required: Attach a cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the desired attributes for this position.
• Generic cover letters and/or cover letters that do not address the desired attributes listed above will be graded as nonresponsive.

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WHO WE ARE

• Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is Oregon's housing finance agency. We provide financial and program support to create and preserve opportunities for quality, affordable housing for Oregonians of lower and moderate income. Our vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and to live free from poverty.
• Across Oregon, housing has emerged as a paramount concern. The lack of available housing, high rents and high home prices are driving rapid increases in housing instability and homelessness. The data is clear: too many Oregonians are without a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home.
• OHCS is placing a greater emphasis on strategic planning and the way we invest our resources. Recently, we have restructured, refocused, and reimagined our agency. Our work has led to an increased emphasis on data, research, and customer service. We are carrying that effort forward with the .
• The plan articulates the extent of Oregon's housing problem and what we can do to address it. OHCS committed to the Housing Stability Council and our stakeholders that the plan will be responsive to the needs of the state.
• OHCS released its to update the agency's significant progress in meeting the goals outlined in the 2019 Statewide Housing Plan. We are now more than halfway into the five-year plan. We invite you to visit
• To learn more about Oregon Housing and Community Services, visit our website:

PUBLIC AFFAIRS DIVISON:

OHCS's Public Affairs Division includes Engagement and Outreach, Government/Legislative Relations, Media Relations, Communications and Agency Rules. Public Affairs is the primary division that engages with the public, elected officials, local and national partners.

The Public Affairs Engagement Team provides strategic direction, policy planning and implementation of engagement efforts with and on behalf of agency programs and divisions. This team leads engagement and outreach for the Statewide Housing Plan development, implementation, and evaluation with community. This team works to advance the mission working with divisions and stakeholders to further the OHCS mission and achieve agency goals such as those set in the Statewide Housing Plan. This team serves as a conduit to internal and external stakeholders as well as agency leadership by identifying community trends and opportunities, and coordinates with state and local agency partners.

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• If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please send your request to: . Please be sure to include the job requisition number.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Please review the page for more details.
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• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
• Work Authorization: OHCS does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet DAS employment eligibility standards.
• Veteran's Preference: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: .