DEPUTY DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS & STRATEGY

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DEPUTY DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS & STRATEGY

Description

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Clark County Office of Communications and Strategy is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the position of Deputy Director Communications & Strategy. Supports the Chief Communications & Strategy Officer in overseeing and directing the operations of the Communications & Strategy Department in its support of other county departments and the Board of County Commissioners. This includes providing strategic direction to staff in the dissemination of information internally, externally, and through our digital interfaces for both audiences.

This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months at either level or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.

This position is a management position and excluded from membership in the union.

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

NOTE: A cover letter and resume are required in addition to the completed employment application. Candidates may be invited to the selection process based on specific criteria listed in the resume, such as experience in (example: Public Works traffic design, problem solving, application of guidelines, codes, and standards and able to meet schedules). Applications submitted without a copy of the candidate’s resume and cover letter are incomplete and will not be considered.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Public Information, Business or Public Administration or a related field AND five (5) years of full-time demonstrated professional experience in a public information or community relations program two (2) years of which were in a management capacity, preferably in a large public agency setting. Experience in a public agency setting and prior management experience are desirable. Master's Degree preferred. Equivalent combination of formal education and appropriate related experience may be considered.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.

Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License at time of appointment.

Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.

Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Works to elevate the strategic direction of the organization through enhanced storytelling and development to support the public and internal reputation of Clark County.
• Recommends and executes strategies approved by the Chief Communications & Strategy Officer, including selection of media outlets and County spokespersons for disseminating information and responding to media requests, story development for social media, internal story development for employee audiences, and the department’s digital development focus.
• Helps to oversee the Communications & Strategy department’s relationship with media outlets and directs the efforts of the Public Information team to proactively share information about Clark County while navigating reactive requests.
• Provides project coordination and policy analysis for the Chief Communications & Strategy Officer to support internal county department needs and the Board of Commissioners on a project basis; works with staff of various county departments to obtain information, evaluate alternatives and assess the most effective informational approach.
• Prepares a variety of written materials; works with County graphic and printing staff to produce finished materials for distribution.
• Assists in developing goals, objectives, budget figures, policies, procedures and work standards for initiatives of the department.
• Works in coordination with the Chief Communications & Strategy Officer to performs assigned activities such as conducting studies and preparing responses for Commissioner-generated requests, department head needs, and to facilitate the strategic direction of the Communications & Strategy department.
• Confers with and represents the department and the County in meetings with staff from other departments, representatives of governmental, community, business, professional and public agencies and the public.
• Provides liaison and staff support to a variety of committees and commissions.
• Under the direction of the Chief Communications & Strategy Officer, directs the work of professional, technical or support staff on a project or day-to-day basis; provides training to staff and may be responsible for such supervisory functions as performance evaluation and discipline.
• Directs the maintenance of and/or maintains accurate records and files related to the areas of assignment.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department’s service to its customers, internal and external, by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work.
• May drive a County or personal motor vehicle to attend meetings and other events, visit work sites, and conduct other County business.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle in order to attend meetings and visit various work sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options
• More Money in Your Pocket
  • 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement
  • No Social Security Deduction
  • No State Income Taxes

Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO)

• Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium
  • Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)
  • 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost
  • Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health

Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include:

• 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Holiday Leave

Other leave options

• Catastrophic Leave
• Parental Leave - Up to 90 days

Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include

• Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
• Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.
• Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available
• Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan

Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit.

Closing Date/Time: 9/24/2024 5:01 PM Pacific

Salary:

$48.13 - $74.62 Hourly