What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist, Public Information.NE position at HRSD?
Work Schedule and Other Information
Brief Description
Detailed Description
Job Requirements
a. Education
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, or related field
b.Experience
Required
a)Experience in the construction or infrastructure industry to understand the business processes and practices. Demonstrated capacity to handle the intricacies of public relations duties in the public sector and in public and interpersonal forums
b)Three to five years experience organizing, coordinating and communicating information as it relates to large projects
c)Demonstrated experience as a professional communicator applying both skills and theory
c.Training Levels
Personnel in this category are fully qualified at grade 6 with an appropriate bachelor’s degree and experience as noted above. The following training levels are established for personnel who are not fully qualified:
Grade 6a – Three years of applicable experience and ¾ hours toward Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Grade 6b – Two years of applicable experience and ½ credits toward Bachelor’s degree or completion of an Associate's degree in a related field
d.Job-specific Technical Competencies
Required
a)Broad functional knowledge of modern office practices and equipment
b)Self-directed and able to work well independently with limited managerial oversight
c)Detail-oriented with excellent time management and organizational skills
d)Effective written and oral communications skills
e)Strong administrative and clerical skills
f)Solid technical skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access) is a must. Knowledge of or willingness to learn design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) a plus
g)Effectively utilize HRSD specific software applications as necessary
h)Demonstrated ability to organize records, track large projects and follow directions
i)Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with HRSD employees, customers, consultants, contractors, locality partners and other stakeholders
j)Ability to work effectively with the general public
k)Ability to maintain composure in face of conflict
l)Familiarity with and ability to use social media sites to communicate project information
e.Job-specific Behavioral Competencies
Sets Clear Performance Goals
a)Clearly communicates expectations for results, timeliness, quality and other important parameters
b)Establishes deadlines for delivery of results
f.Special Licenses
Required
Valid driver’s license from state of residence
Additional Details
HRSD is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. HRSD does not discriminate against individuals in employment on the basis of race, sex, including sexual orientation, pregnancy, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, engaging in protected activity or any additional protected characteristics recognized by federal, state and local law.
HRSD is a Drug Free Workplace.
