Communications Coordinator II position

About the role

The City Auditor’s Office is seeking a mission-driven, versatile communication professional to lead internal communications and expand its accountability and transparency work with historically underserved Portlanders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the office’s efforts in designing and producing reports, web pages, and other communication materials to ensure wide public access and ready understanding of programs and results of audits and policy reviews.
• Develop, edit and proof-reading internal communications.
• Support and manage Auditor’s Office webpages.
• Provide support for internal communication activities.
• Manage the Office’s use of communications and survey platforms such as MailChimp and SurveyMonkey.

Requirements

• At a minimum, any combination of education and experience equivalent to the following:
• Course work from an accredited college or university in communication, marketing, business administration, public administration, or field related to organizational unit or Auditor’s Office;
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in positions in communication, analysis, planning, organizing, and/or evaluating programs in a public agency or customer service related field.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles and practices of business communication and program administration;
• Ability to learn Auditor’s Office and City rules, policies, and procedures related to area of assignment;
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, problem-solve, and take initiative within established procedures and guidelines;
• Ability to use City-specific technology and general office software;
• Ability to communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively, both orally and in writing; prepare concise and comprehensive reports, correspondence, and other documents;
• Ability to research, plan, and implement public information, awareness, and education programs to build and maintain public awareness of mission and goals.

Skills

We are looking for a collaborative person who is well versed in the principles of multimedia, is comfortable coordinating across several divisions, has excellent graphic design and written communications skills, and is adept at strategic communications.

Benefits

The City of Portland is committed to offering medical, dental, vision, basic life, and long-term disability coverage that provides quality care, support and value to eligible employees and their family members. Additional benefits such as flexible spending accounts, supplemental life insurance and employee assistance program coverage are available to ensure employees have the appropriate tools to safeguard themselves and their family.

Pay

Salary range/Pay equity: Per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law, individual salaries are determined based on the experience and education listed in a candidate’s resume/application.

Schedule

The position is based in City Hall, 1221 SW 4th Ave. The Auditor’s Office is currently operating in a hybrid schedule of in-person and remote work.