Bilingual Communications Specialist

Overview

Are you a talented communicator with a passion for community well-being? Join the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment as a Communications Specialist!

In this role you will perform communications, outreach, and community engagement activities to facilitate access to information, programs, and services provided by the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment in both English and Spanish languages.

LCDHE works to provide everyone in Larimer County the opportunity for a healthy life and values strategy, professionalism, equity, and teamwork. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace culture that prioritizes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in every aspect of our operations. We recognize that unconscious bias can undermine our DEI efforts, so we actively address it through ongoing education, training, and open dialogue. If you are committed to learning and engaging in actively cultivating a workplace that prioritizes inclusivity for marginalized communities, please consider applying and join us on our journey to foster a workplace where Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are not just words, but principles that drive our collective success.

The standard work schedule for this Limited Term position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with some flexibility for a hybrid schedule. Occasional weekend or after-hours work may be required during emergencies or urgent response situations.

To be considered for this position, please attach a cover letter and resume to your application.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Assisting with the development and implementation of internal and external communication plans and strategies.
• Preparing content for and/or designing e-newsletters, brochures, signage, and various outreach materials in both English and Spanish.
• Developing web and social media content in line with communication guidelines and brand standards.
• Coordinating, preparing, and/or presenting materials for schools, civic groups, professional associations, community events, and other interested parties about Larimer County programs and services.
• Facilitating and participating in outreach events and activities, representing the County/Department.
• Assisting in responding to inquiries from the public, news media, or others by providing information directly or referring to the appropriate staff person.
• Promoting and marketing programs and services through written communications, such as newsletters.
• Maintaining effective working relationships with communications and outreach representatives from other agencies and/or community groups.
• Supporting departmental technology applications related to communications, including e-newsletters, survey tools, translation tools, and graphic design software.

To view the full job description, visit- https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Communications_Specialist.

What we're looking for:

• Ability to provide translation and live interpretation in English and Spanish.
• Knowledge of general office practices and procedures.
• Proficiency in routine software and business applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and databases.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both English and Spanish, both verbally and in writing, with correct usage of spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Strong writing skills for educational brochures, rack cards, and other public information materials.
• Basic skills in content creation for websites and social media, as well as in photography and video production.
• Knowledge of graphic design and design standards.
• Professional representation of the County with local, state, and national agencies and organizations, as assigned.

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

• Two (2) years of experience working with design programs, such as Indesign, Illustrator, or Photoshop required.
• Three (3) years of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities required.
• Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience, from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, or a related field required. Related education or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.
• Possess reliable transportation to be able to work in any County facility and around the community as needed and required.

Benefits
Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits

Supplemental Information

Please note:
The Department of Health and Environment has a vaccine requirement. Successful candidates will be required to comply with the vaccine requirements or request a waiver.

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed. Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 3/17/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

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