Health Communications Coordinator - Communications

Health Communications Coordinator

Department :

Communications and Graphic Services

Job Type : Unclassified

Job Classification :

1455 - Communications Coordinator

Salary Grade : 12

Pay Range :

$56,846 - $79,580 annually

Hiring Range :

$56,846 - $68,203 annually

The first review of applications will be on 10 / 03 / 2025.

Classification Exemption :

This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.

Essential Functions

Serves as the primary contact between the Communications Office and assigned client departments or an Elected Official’s Office, and develops relationships with departmental staff and an understanding of the department's needs and goals.

Advises, instructs, and assists Communications staff in developing communications strategies for assigned departments or individuals for specific projects, and monitors work produced for the client departments.

Serves as a liaison among senior management in the Communications Office, clients, and Communications Office staff tasked with writing, multimedia, and social media to accurately communicate client goals and objectives on given projects.

Oversees all current or planned projects for the assigned departments and monitors work quality and progress completion.

Analyzes issues and generates story ideas for the approval of the client departments.

Works closely with department leaders and Communications Office staff on multi-platform campaigns that further the department's goals and objectives.

Researches and gathers information so staff may produce articles and news releases written in readable, non-technical prose for a general audience.

Writes opinion or commentary pieces as assigned.

Cultivates and maintains working relationships with external media and assists them with story production.

Advises media representatives on complex issues and connects reporters to proper sources within County government.

Responsible for other duties as assigned in support of the overall goals and functions of the Communications Office and Pima County.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in journalism, communications, public relations, media communications, English, or other closely-related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment, AND two (2) years of experience in journalism, public relations, or media relations.

Relevant experience and / or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.

One (1) year of experience with Pima County as a Communications Specialist or related classification, as determined by the department head.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum four (4) years experience in advertising, marketing, and community outreach.

Minimum two (2) years experience in health or human services communications and marketing.

Bilingual (English / Spanish).

Selection Procedure

Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated / scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments / testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information

Licenses and Certifications : Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

Special Notice Items : Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems. The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.

Physical / Sensory Requirements : Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.

Working Conditions : Primarily office environment. Occasional outside work staffing booths at events, supporting press conferences, and assisting media at site visits.

EEO Information

Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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