Hybrid

Oregon Department of Human Services is hiring a Bilingual Communications Officer (Public Affairs Specialist 2)

About the Role

This role involves creating and managing communication materials, supporting public engagement efforts, and providing interpretation and translation services to ensure equitable access to information.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and distribute multilingual content for public consumption
  • Translate written materials between English and Spanish accurately and clearly
  • Support public outreach campaigns across various platforms
  • Assist in drafting press releases, social media posts, and newsletters
  • Serve as a liaison for non-English-speaking audiences
  • Participate in community events to promote program awareness
  • Monitor public feedback and media coverage
  • Maintain consistent messaging across communication channels
  • Collaborate with program teams to share updates and policy changes
  • Provide interpretation during meetings and public forums
  • Ensure compliance with language access standards
  • Manage calendars and schedules for communication activities
  • Track metrics to evaluate outreach effectiveness
  • Respond to media inquiries under supervision
  • Support crisis communication efforts when needed
  • Maintain databases of community contacts and stakeholders
  • Prepare presentations for internal and external audiences
  • Stay current on public affairs trends and best practices
  • Ensure all materials meet accessibility guidelines
  • Work cross-functionally with multiple departments
  • Adapt messaging for different cultural contexts
  • Proofread and edit content for clarity and accuracy
  • Coordinate translation workflows with external vendors
  • Uphold confidentiality of sensitive information
  • Contribute to strategic planning for communication initiatives

Nice to Have

  • Experience in government or nonprofit communications
  • Background in social services or public health
  • Additional language skills beyond Spanish
  • Familiarity with Oregon's public programs
  • Training in crisis communication
  • Experience with multimedia content creation

Compensation

Salary commensurate with experience; state benefits included

Work Arrangement

Hybrid work environment with both remote and on-site expectations

Team

Collaborative team within a large public service agency focused on community well-being

Application Instructions

  • Submit a resume and cover letter outlining relevant experience
  • Applications without a cover letter may not be considered

Position Type

Full-time, permanent position

Work Location

  • Primarily based in Salem, Oregon
  • Some travel within the state may be required

Closing Date

  • Applications accepted until the position is filled
  • Priority consideration given to those received by specified deadline

Background Check

Position requires a criminal background check

Equal Opportunity

  • Employer is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace
  • Individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply

Not available

Required Skills
ExcelPowerPointEditingContent CreationTranslationProject ManagementSocial Media
About company
Oregon Department of Human Services
The Oregon Department of Education's mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities.
All jobs at Oregon Department of Human Services Visit website
Job Details
Category other
Posted 10 months ago