Communications Consultant 3 (CC3) Part-time, Project DOH8073

This recruitment announcement is for a part-time, project Communications Specialist 3 (CC3) position with the Washington State Board of Health (SBOH) anticipated to be funded through June 30, 2025. As a result, this position is not eligible for a Department of Retirement Services benefit for the duration of the placement. There may be an exception for existing state employees, please contact your Human Resources Business Partner for more information. 

During the 2024 legislative session, the Legislature included in the supplemental operations budget a proviso that requires the Board to review and update rules for school environmental health and safety. These statewide rules apply to public and private schools. The Board must conduct the review in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary technical advisory committee to propose a new set of minimum statewide health and safety standards for schools.

Make a difference. 

This Communications Consultant reports directly to the School Rule Manager, working collaboratively with fellow staff, leadership, and members of the Board and Technical Advisory Committee to fulfill the stipulations outlined in the budget proviso. Additionally, it involves advancing the broader mission and initiatives of the Board, particularly in the realm of school environmental health and safety.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinating public meetings
• Managing external digital communications
• Handling media relations
• Ensuring proper records retention and responses

Work setting.

This position has a duty station located in Tumwater WA, with working hours scheduled between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays (flexible schedules are available). Occasionally, at the request of the supervisor, the incumbent may need to work beyond these hours to meet deadlines or attend Board or Technical Advisory Committee meetings. Adjustments to the regular schedule may also be made during peak workloads or in response to meeting commitments.

Join a great team and lead us into the future.

The State Board of Health’s mission is to provide statewide leadership in advancing policies that protect and improve the public’s health. The Board achieves this mission by monitoring the public’s health to understand and prevent disease across the state; serving as a public forum to engage the public in policy development; and adopting foundational public health rules that prevent disease, promote public health, and keep people safe. The Board makes recommendations to the Governor and Legislature and completes health impact reviews in collaboration with the Governor’s Interagency Council on Health Disparities (RCW 43.20.285).

Work that matters

We understand opportunities for better health begin where we live, learn, work, and play. We strive to help people make choices that allow everyone in Washington live a long, healthy life, regardless of income, education, or ethnic background.

We strive to eliminate health disparities and promote health equity by delivering Health Impact Reviews for the Governor and Legislature and convening the Governor’s Interagency Council on Health Disparities. We work to promote health equity statewide, and have done so for more than 16 years. Learn about the work we do to help ensure all communities have opportunities to choose the right path forward.

We are dedicated to your work-life harmony and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, designed to support your lifestyle. To learn more visit Work@Health. 

Our Ideal Candidate 

Has a driving passion for the work, brings humility to their job and interactions, and understands how their actions affect others. They see the needs and objectives of others and take them into account while achieving their objectives, and they adapt their approach and expectations accordingly. They demonstrate resilience and outward behaviors even when confronted with others who are not open or collaborative. 

Experience defined below may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile. 

Required Qualifications 

Option 1: A bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Health Promotion, Public Relations, or related field and three years of professional writing/editing experience (or equivalent education/experience). Experience may be gained concurrently. 

Option 2: Five or more years of experience in communications, journalism, or public relations that includes professional writing/editing experience.

AND for either option, the incumbent must have:

• Two years of professional experience working with social media for a public, private, or non-profit organization.
• Two years of professional experience with websites for a public, private, or non-profit organization.

Desired Qualifications 

• Experience or formal training with digital tools such as Drupal, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, and Audition) and data visualization software such as Tableau or Microsoft Power BI. 
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of graphic design and branding standards.
• Knowledge of strategic communications and communication research methods.
• Knowledge of AP Style, AMA Style, and Plain Talk Principles
• Proficiency in SharePoint
• Demonstrates a high level of cultural humility.

Application Process

Intrigued? Click "Apply" to submit your detailed application profile along with the following:

• A cover letter (without personal pictures) describing how you meet the qualifications and why you are interested in this position.
• A current resume (without personal pictures).
• Three (3) or more professional references, to be listed in your profile under the references section, which includes at least one supervisor, peer, and (if you have supervised staff) someone you have supervised or led.

Attachments: Do not attach any documents that include photos, letters of recommendation, or private information (transcripts, social security number, year of birth, etc.).   

Veterans: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year.

This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.   

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion  

We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.  

DOH is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran’s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity. 

If you have questions or need other assistance, please contact Andrea Thieme at andrea.thieme@doh.wa.gov or (360) 918-6601 For persons with disabilities, this document is available in other formats. Please call 800-525-0127 (TDD/TTY 711) or email doh.information@doh.wa.gov. Technical support is provided by NEOGOV, 855-524-5627 (can’t log in, password or email issues, error messages).

Conditions of Employment/Working Conditions

With or without accommodation, I am willing and able to:

• Regular travel, which may include overnight stays. Must attend all State Board of Health and TAC meetings in person. Meetings may require overnight stays and evening work. May need to attend community forums and other partner meetings. Additional statewide travel to participate in meetings, conferences, and forums will be required and willingness to drive long distance or travel long distance is important.
• Legally operate a state- or privately-owned vehicle or provide alternative transportation while on state business.
• Participate in emergency response exercises and emergency events/high-priority assignments as assigned.

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