Communications Engagement Coordinator

Summary

We welcome and appreciate your interest in employment with the City of Corpus Christi. We are an equal opportunity employer; no information obtained during the recruitment or selection process is intended for any discriminatory purposes.

Pay

This position is an Exempt position at pay grade 211.

Attendance

Non-rotating 40-hour work week, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; must be available to work additional hours as needed.

Who May Apply?

All persons legally authorized to work in the United States

Overview

The Communications Engagement Coordinator will be responsible for developing & nurturing robust relationships with stakeholders, community organizations, community groups, and the greater community. This role necessitates a strategic mindset, exemplary communication skills & the ability to effectively engage with diverse audiences. Responsible for coordinating opportunities to build connectivity, support outreach initiatives, and leverage various communication channels to increase and encourage engagement for all City initiatives and related activities.

Responsibilities

• This position reports to the Marketing Administrator and collaborates closely with all communications personnel.
• Supports and coordinates the development and implementation of an integrated external communications strategy that aligns with the City’s overall goals and objectives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and credibility with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Plays an instrumental role in building awareness of the City's initiatives by crafting compelling narratives and establishing relationships with relevant influencers.
• Ability to clearly articulate key messages verbally and in written form.
• Develop an external newsletter including a variety of written content, messaging, FAQs, blogs, pitches, and coordination of other materials that support the goals of the Communications Department.
• Identify and coordinate media movements and trends across various subject areas to develop proactive outreach opportunities.
• Assist in establishing measurable KPI's to ensure effective use of resources by reviewing the effectiveness of external communications strategy and implementation.
• Ability to foster trust to successfully build relationships with external stakeholders, community leaders, businesses, and other organizations on behalf of the City.
• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS)
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience
• A combination of education and pertinent experience may be considered
• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Other Information:

Benefits

The City offers an excellent benefit package that includes:

• Texas Municipal Retirement System – TMRS is a required retirement plan for all full-time employees. Each employee automatically contributes 7% of their total compensation. The City will match employee contributions 2 to 1 during retirement.
• Medical/dental/vision/life coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Vacation – 88+ hours per year
• Personal leave – 40 hours per year
• Sick leave – 96 hours per year
• Voluntary 457b deferred compensation plan
• Ten (10) Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• City Employee Health & Wellness Clinic & City Employee Fitness Center
• Learning & Development Academy
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Employee Recognition Programs

Basis of Rating

Application review and the City may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Closing Statement

• Selected applicants must be able to pass a background investigation and a pre-employment drug test.
• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.