State of Washington Classified Job Specification
COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANT 1
Class Series Concept
Positions in this series are involved in developing, editing and/or disseminating publications and a variety of communication and marketing materials as part of the overall public information function. This series also includes positions responsible for internal communications and strategic messaging, and positions serving as a spokesperson to the news media and the public.
Definition
Duties performed at this level include assisting in developing, editing, and/or coordinating production and distribution of materials or drafts of publications such as announcements, catalogs, program brochures, and illustrative materials. Positions typically work under direct or close supervision and work is subject to regular review. Work tasks are often repetitive or routine. Positions have limited latitude to resolve problems outside of written guidelines.
Typical Work
Writes drafts of standard communication materials such as newsletters, announcements, catalogs and brochures;
Applies technical knowledge of computer software and hardware to prepare draft material for publication by importing, formatting, merging and manipulating text and graphic images;
Reviews and assists in editing copy by checking grammar, clarity and form of presentation; reviews and corrects proofs provided by printer during each production phase;
Assists in liaison work between clients, publication and production personnel; provides basic advice and suggestions regarding such things as readability, grammar, costs, best methods of producing materials and publishing information on the internet;
Arranges for distribution of communication materials; performs electronic publishing by preparing publications for electronic distribution such as CD-ROM and hypertext versions;
Assists in designing and developing organization website enhancements; follows accessibility and other standards and business customer requirements to develop and prepare web graphics, logos, photos and other digital images;
Maintains content on organization’s web site, maintains posting requests, reviews and posts content, provides training and guidance to staff on posting standards;
Arranges for and/or performs electronic publication and distribution of communication materials.
Performs other duties as required.
Legal Requirement(s)
There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.
Desirable Qualifications
OR
Four years of writing/editing experience;
OR
Equivalent education/experience.
Class Specification History
New class consolidates 61150 Property Tax Auditor/Appraiser 1, 61860 Right of Way Agent 1, 61160 Property Tax Auditor/Appraiser 2, and 17380 Real Estate Agent 1; effective January 1, 2006.
Revise class and class code (formerly 177I), adopted 5/10/2007, effective 7/1/2007.
