Job details
Salary $24.94 - $44.87 an hour job type full-time temporary number of hires for this role 1
Qualifications
Bachelor`s (preferred)
Full job description
**this is a time-limited appointment**
The director of communications and engagement will provide leadership in delivering stakeholder engagement, communication strategies and plans, and public relations activities based on the needs and requirements of six divisions and offices within the opportunity and well-being portfolio, including the division of social services, the division of child development and early education, and the new division of child and family well-being.
The role will provide leadership in directing, planning, evaluating, and executing these programs’ stakeholder engagement strategiesThis includes defining a strategy to develop new or expand existing ways of listening to stakeholders, incorporating stakeholder feedback into policy and program design, developing or leveraging communication channels to educate, inform, train and engage program participants, county dss agencies, and other stakeholders.
This role will support executive and senior leadership and provide expertise on all aspects of an engagement strategy and execution for the opportunity and well-being portfolio, working with staff to set up program strategies, provide function level staff oversight, and perform stakeholder engagement.
This role will also lead the design and implementation of strategies for stakeholder engagement and communications, including advising on the method, message, timing, and target audience of the engagement.
Salary grade: gn14
Recruitment range: $51,895-$93,346
Position: 08132120
During the covid -19 pandemic, this position is conducted through a hybrid approach of in-person and through teleworkEmployees may be required to work remotely or onsite at the request of the hiring manager.
About the nc department of health and human services (dhhs):
The north carolina department of health and human services (ncdhhs), in collaboration with our partners, protects the heath and safety of all north carolinians and provides essential human servicesIt manages the delivery of health and human services for all north carolinians, especially for our most vulnerable citizens - children, the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and low-income familiesThe agency works closely with health care professionals, community leaders and advocacy groups; local, state, and federal entities; and many other stakeholders to carry out our missionThe department is divided into 30 different divisions and officesNcdhhs divisions and offices fall under four broad service areas - health, human services, administrative and support functionsNcdhhs also oversees 14 facilities: developmental centers, neuro-medical treatment centers, psychiatric hospitals, alcohol and drug abuse treatment centers and two residential programs for children.
Knowledge, skills and abilities / competencies
To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application formAny information listed under the text resume sections or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying creditQualified applicants must document on the application that they posses all of the following:
Demonstrated ability to write and develop effective communication materials (examples include but are not limited to press releases, newsletters, media statements, digital communications, white papers, fact sheets, speeches or remarks)
Working knowledge of public relations, engagement strategies and/or communication methods
Demonstrated experience managing and prioritizing multiple projects/tasks in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated experience in engaging stakeholders or facilitating stakeholder engagement efforts
Management preferences:
Include a writing sample of two pages or less such as a complete or excerpted article, academic paper, memo, white paper or any other sample that demonstrates the ability to clearly and concisely synthesize complex material
Minimum education and experience requirements
Bachelor s degree in public relations, communications, public affairs, media, journalism, english or related field from an accredited institution and five years of experience in communications, public relations, or publicity work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job types: full-time, temporary
Pay: $24.94 - $44.87 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Covid-19 considerations:
During the covid-19 pandemic, this position is conducted through a hybrid approach of in-person and through teleworkEmployees may be required to work remotely or onsite at the request of the hiring manager.
Education:
Bachelor`s (preferred)
Work location:
One location
Work remotely:
Yes
Work location: one location
