Broadband Communications Coordinator (Public Affairs Specialist 3)
Full Time
Portland, OR
Posted
Job description
Initial Posting Date:
03/02/2023
Application Deadline:
03/16/2023
Agency:
Oregon Business Development Department
Salary Range:
$6,172 - $9,086
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Broadband Communications Coordinator (Public Affairs Specialist 3)
Job Description:
Are you passionate about creating unique and persuasive communication strategies?
Business Oregon
, the state’s economic development agency, is currently hiring a Broadband Communications Coordinator (Public Affairs Specialist 3). This position will focus on promoting the work of Business Oregon’s Broadband Office, and communicating broadband funding opportunities across the state of Oregon, especially in rural parts of the state.
Note: We value our employees and want to encourage work-life balance and flexibility. This position may have the ability to work remotely with required days in the Portland or Salem office.
What you will do:
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Develop and execute long-term new and unique communications
strategies that include publicity, events, and creative storytelling to
compel target audiences to understand our broadband and digital
equity work. Integrate communication strategies with the Business
Oregon mission and the Governor’s strategic goals.
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Develop relationships with state legislators, federal, and local
government, tribal members, service providers, metro and rural
communities to shift opinion to acceptance of the statewide
Broadband program.
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Create new approaches to solve complex public affairs issues around
broadband development and digital equity. Develop emergent and
one-of-a-kind initiatives and approaches to communicate the benefits
of broadband.
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Take information on complex broadband and digital equity programs
and boil them down to compelling stories that can be consistently
shared through a variety of communication channels to communicate
the general timing, the opportunities for engagement, and the benefits
of the Broadband Office’s work for the state of Oregon.
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Create communication plans for proposed legislation, budget
testimony and other communications designed that advance agency
broadband programs and broadband public policy initiatives.
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Craft a creative and compelling social media strategy
around the agency’s broadband and digital equity work and deliver
content in a consistent voice.
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Advise Business Oregon’s Broadband Office on strategies to market programs and the outcomes they create for communities and businesses.
Business Oregon strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, feel free to contact us to discuss your application.
The ideal candidate will possess a combination of some or all of the following skills:
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Ability to develop and execute a communications plan, understanding audience, message, and desired outcomes.
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Public speaking skills
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Planning and executing community engagement strategies
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Strong writing skills with ability to distill complex topics into concise messages
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Ability to execute social media strategies across multiple platforms
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Experience providing outreach to historically disadvantaged communities
Please note: if you are interested in applying for this position, you must attach your current
cover letter
and
resume
to your application. Failure to submit the required resume and cover letter will remove your application from consideration.
What you need to qualify:
A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Public Relations, Marketing the Behavioral or Social Sciences or related degree, and five years professional level experience in Public Relations or Affairs
OR
Eight years experience directly related to the position under recruitment; five of the eight years must have been at the professional level.
What Business Oregon does:
Business Oregon is the economic development agency for the state of Oregon. We have about 150 people on our team, and we work with communities and businesses. We use our programs and expertise to help businesses grow, so they can in turn add jobs, diversify the economy, and increase Oregon prosperity. We work with communities to enhance and expand infrastructure and community safety with projects such as water/wastewater systems, seismic rehabilitation for schools, or rural broadband development. This also sets the stage for future business development. Our mission is to invest in Oregon’s businesses, communities, and people to promote a globally competitive, diverse, and inclusive economy, all carried out with an agency strategic plan.
The Communications and Research Section includes the Marketing & Communications (MarCom) and Research teams. The Section provides services and tools agency-wide, assisting with research and products for strategy and policy-making decisions; and manages agency marketing, communications, social media, and branding. This position is focused on support of the Oregon Broadband office within Business Oregon. The Broadband Office advocates and provides funding for equitable broadband development across Oregon.
How to Apply
Please Note: Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM PST on
March 16, 2023.
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Click the “Apply” button above to complete your online application.
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Attach your current cover letter and resume. Failure to submit the required resume and cover letter will remove your application from consideration.
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Complete the questionnaire.
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The candidates whose work experience most closely matches the qualifications and skills of this position will be invited to interview.
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Warning – Workday will timeout after 20 minutes of inactivity and will not save your application progress. You must submit your application after you begin the process.
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU:
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Family Friendly Work Life Balance: Paid time off, 11 holidays, 3 personal days & optional short- and long-term disability benefits.
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Take Care of Yourself and Your Family: Comprehensive employee benefits, choice of medical plans, vision plan, life insurance, employee assistance program.
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Invest in Your Future: Pension plan, deferred comp, short- and long-term disability plan, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
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Be Appreciated: Employee recognition events, agency unique employee recognition program allowing for additional leave options such as vacation buy-out and sick leave roll-over, dynamic employees doing impactful work.
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Inclusion: At Business Oregon, we value community and foster a sense of belonging for our employees.
Additional Information:
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It is our policy to provide reasonable accommodations to all applicants who may need them. Should you need assistance, or an accommodation please contact Employee Services at:Biz.HumanResources@biz.oregon.govto discuss how we can best meet your needs.
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Veterans’ Preference - Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, we will ask you for your documents later in the process. Click on theVeterans’ Preferencelink for additional information.
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Criminal Records Check - Hiring of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the results of a Criminal Background Check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
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Work Authorization - The Oregon Business Development Department (dba Business Oregon) does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States.
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This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current position and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
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This position is an administrative service, full-time position, exempt and is not represented by a union.
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PERS – This is a PERS qualifying position. After a six-month waiting period eligible Management Service, Executive Service, and Unrepresented employees will have their base pay increased by 6.95% and the 6% PERS contribution deducted from their base pay rather than a direct 6% contribution by the State of Oregon to the employees PERS account. This will mirror the bargained SEIU and AFSCME PERS process.
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Need help?
For questions about this job, contact Janeen Hilbrink in Employee Services, at 971-707-0252 or email
Janeen.M.Hilbrink@biz.oregon.gov
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Applicant FAQ
Business Oregon Career Opportunities
Business Oregon is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.
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