COMMUNICATIONS AND OUTREACH COORDINATOR - VETERANS ASSISTANCE COMMISSION OF COOK COUNTY

Cook County Government; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Communications and Outreach Coordinator to enhance outreach efforts for Veterans. This role involves promoting emergency financial assistance services and initiatives to Veterans and their families. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a background in marketing or public relations, and a passion for serving the community. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and provides opportunities for professional growth. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of Veterans, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Basic Term Life Insurance

Pension Plan

Paid Holidays

Flexible Scheduling Options

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in communications, marketing, or public relations required.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate outreach efforts for Veterans Assistance programs.
• Communicate effectively with Veterans and their families.

Skills

Social Media Knowledge

Effective Communication

Event Planning

Diplomacy

Attention to Detail

Data Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description - COMMUNICATIONS AND OUTREACH COORDINATOR - VETERANS ASSISTANCE COMMISSION OF COOK COUNTY (00136425)

Requisition ID

00136425

Job Posting

Mar 6, 2025, 5:53:10 PM

Closing Date

Ongoing

Full-time Shift

Start Time: 8:30 A.M. | End Time: 4:30 P.M.

Organization

Offices Under the President

Cook County Offices Under The President

Job Summary

Provides coordination for a range of outreach efforts designed to promote the Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County's (VACCC) emergency financial assistance services, initiatives, and programs to Veterans, their families, and platforms.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate and
• Six (6) years in communications, marketing, development/fundraising, public relations, outreach, event planning, or directly related experience or
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required.

Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents.

* Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE), or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Knowledge of social media platforms, such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats and familiarity with writing and editing in Associated Press style.
• Ability to exercise diplomacy, gather information from others, and make inquiries.
• Ability to convey information and explain or discuss office policy and procedure with others in person, by telephone, and in video conference calls.
• Ability to pay attention to multifarious details, proof, verify, and edit complex data, and transcribe and cross-reference data from personal computers and documents.
• Ability to coordinate, manage, and attend any press briefings for the County as approved by leadership.
• Ability to provide advanced expertise to team members in highly complex areas to drive business success.
• Ability to provide expert insight, advice, and expertise to other professionals, management, and external contacts in an assigned functional area.
• Ability to operate as a lead and advise team members, senior leaders, and external stakeholders using master-level knowledge.
• Knowledge of advanced and non-standard principles and practices for a specialized area of focus.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary Work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE

When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

• IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS A VETERAN ON THEIR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY ANSWERING YES TO THE QUESTION “Are you a military veteran?”
• ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
• IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE DD 214S, 215S, OR NGB 22S, PLEASE SUBMIT THE ONE WITH THE LATEST DATE.
• COAST GUARD MUST SUBMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE MILITARY SEPARATION FROM EITHER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (BEFORE 911) OR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (AFTER 911).

VETERAN MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

The County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.

Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years.

EEO Statement

Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance.

NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Social Media Disclaimer

The County’s hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions.