Community Relations and Events Coordinator - County Manager (1026)

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Communications or related field and one year of professional work experience in marketing, public relations, communications, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Must have ability to work outside of normal business hours, when necessary, for events, meetings, training, or emergencies/on-call assignments.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working effectively with elected officials, government agencies, community organizations, businesses, nonprofits and the public. Experience developing and implementing community engagement and outreach strategies for various stakeholders and audiences. Experience planning, coordinating and executing events, including logistics, budgets, permits, volunteers and public safety. The ideal Candidate is a community-focused, highly organized and collaborative professional who is passionate about connecting government with the people it serves. This individual brings strong experience in community relations, public engagement and special events along with the ability to build trusted relationships with residents, community leaders, businesses, nonprofits, elected officials and other partners. This position is exempt from overtime.

Note: Individuals in exempt classifications as part-time employees may be classified as non-exempt per FLSA law regarding minimum weekly salary requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Considerable knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of communications, marketing, and community relations
• Techniques and technologies used in public engagement and outreach
• Volunteer board, committee and/or council administration
• Special events planning and coordination
• Skill in:
• Developing and implementing communications, engagement, and special event plans
• Verbal communication and facilitation
• Managing budgets and project resources
• Coordinating activities with partner agencies and vendors
• Ability to:
• Develop and implement strategic communication and engagement plans
• Build and maintain effective relationships with the public, elected and appointed officials, community partners, and employees
• Perform community outreach and engagement services
• Exercise creativity and resourcefulness in developing communications and branding strategies
• Produce accessible written and visual materials suited to diverse audiences
• Work safely and support a culture of workplace safety
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing

Employee Benefits: Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:

• Vacation/Annual LeaveSick Leave10 Holidays Per YearHealth Care Insurance
• Dental PlanVision PlanGroup Life Insurance
• Pre-Tax Deduction PlanSick Leave Conversion Plan
• Personal Day Purchase Program
• Vacation Sell Back Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program
• Long-Term Disability
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-going Training Opportunities
• Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass
• Elective Coverage
• Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tax-deferred investment program
• Accidental and Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability