Texas Health and Human Services · 5 hours ago
Communications Specialist
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$4,801.16/mo - $7,761.50/mo
2+ years expTexas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is looking for qualified candidates to fill the Communications Specialist position within Access and Eligibility Services (AES). The role focuses on internal communications efforts, including strategy, support for staff and client programs, and multimedia implementation.
Health Care
No H1B
Responsibilities
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned
Serves as writing support for AES internal communications, including but not limited to client correspondence, web/intranet content, talking points, scripts, presentation speaker's notes and emails. Coordinates with subject matter experts to develop complete, accurate and compelling content. Generates creative and engaging themes for messaging to capture attention in a fast-paced environment. (50%)
Participates in the creation, planning and execution of communications plans and editorial calendars for AES initiatives. (10%)
Attends various project workgroups with AES, HHS and stakeholder groups to provide guidance on communication. Identifies opportunities to ensure staff are given timely information on various initiatives and clients understand their benefits. (25%)
Contributes to the development of mechanisms for evaluating the effectiveness of communication. (5%)
May develop and/or provide communications training on various topics. (5%)
Acts as a "quality check" proofreader for content written by other team members. (5%)
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in journalism, communications, public relations, English or related field
At minimum, 2 years' experience with progressively increasing responsibilities for communication, web content, and organizational communication strategy development and execution
Knowledge of general professional writing principles and standards
Ability to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles
Familiar with internal communications best practices
Ability To Think Strategically About Communications
Skill in researching, planning, developing and evaluating communications materials
Skill in managing multiple and competing priorities
Ability to respond to requests with a sense of urgency, partiality, accountability, integrity and speed
Ability to think creatively and support creative thinking in others
Skill in using a personable and approachable verbal communication style with the ability to quickly gain the respect of staff at all levels; practices attentive and active listening
Able to work collaboratively and build strong relationships with staff
Benefits
100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees
A defined benefit pension plan
Generous time off benefits
Numerous opportunities for career advancement
Company
Texas Health and Human Services
Texas Health and Human Services is an agency that focuses on improving health, safety and well-being.
10001+ employees
Funding
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