Remote Communications Strategist - Risk Management

Texas Association Of County Officials; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Association of Counties is seeking a Communications Specialist to develop strategies, content and messaging for print and digital communications. The role serves as a liaison to internal departments and supports podcasts, magazines and blogs, overseeing projects from strategy to measurement.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in communications or related field and 5+ years in communications; local government or associations experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or a related field required; six to eight years may substitute for a degree.
• Minimum five years’ experience in a communications-related field (journalism, media, PR or marketing).
• Experience with local government or professional associations and risk management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees communications projects from strategy to measurements of results.
• Serves as communications liaison to internal department and supports media assets (podcast, magazine, blog).
• Creates content for publications, promotional materials, website, social media and other digital platforms.
• Writes, copyedits, proofreads, and revises communications content as needed.
• Identifies client requirements and coordinates project management with stakeholders.
• Develops and implements comprehensive communication strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

AP style

Social media content creation

Public relations

Content editing

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

SharePoint

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

The Texas Association of Counties is seeking a Communications Specialist to develop strategies, content and messaging for print and digital communications. The role serves as a liaison to internal departments and supports podcasts, magazines and blogs, overseeing projects from strategy to measurement.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in communications or related field and 5+ years in communications; local government or associations experience is preferred.