Responsibilities:
Support Agency Internal Communications:

• Determine how to share news about programs, policies, and services; select methods and techniques of disseminating information, utilizing inclusive and accessible standards; and evaluate the effectiveness of internal communications initiatives.
• Collaborate with work groups throughout the agency to identify and gather information that needs to be shared.
• Once information is gathered, the position will write, edit, layout, and proofread materials for newsletters, email, intranet content, and announcements.
• Research and collaborate with diversity, equity, and inclusion subject matter experts to utilize best practices in communications.
• Create a process for continuous evaluation and reporting of internal communications practices, such as surveys, listening sessions, and data collection.
• Maintain relations with divisions, regions, and offices to exchange information, promote agency programs and initiatives, and tell the agency’s news.

• Coordinate visitor, vendor, and staff sign-in, access to the NRB, and sign-out.
• Respond to general inquiries from the public and specific inquiries about security procedures from state employees in person, via email, and by phone.
• Answer the NRB Reception Desk Main Phone Line and/or other phone lines assigned.
• When the NRB Coordinator is on leave this position will maintain an accurate daily log of visitors, vendors, and staff for security purposes.

Required Qualifications:

• At least 6 months of education or experience with writing, design, and content creation.
• Experience contributing to a publication, such as developing and editing copy, factsheets, web content, and newsletters, social media posts, or blogs.
• Fluency in the digital space, including using content management systems.
• Experience working on a team, engaging with others using empathy and compassion, using healthy conflict resolution and communication.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
• Writing and editing skills and capable of handling a variety of communication tasks.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft products.
• Skilled in developing a creative strategy and changing course if necessary.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• The position’s assigned duty station is the Natural Resources Building in Olympia. Work is performed almost exclusively (95%) indoors in office environments. When acting as backup for NRB Access Coordinator, will be seated in NRB rotunda.
• The position requires periodic (5%) travel for meetings, trainings, outreach, and networking; travel may be to DNR events, region offices, and work centers in remote locations throughout the state to gather promotional information on events and initiatives.

• Experience working in customer service.
• A bachelor’s degree in journalism, marketing, communications, public relations, or related field of study, or a combination of education and/or equivalent experience.

Application Requirements:

• Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications to the position and position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
• References: at least three professional references with current telephone numbers– you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.
• Attach two writing samples.
  Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.
• Following the final interview, candidates will be required to complete a brief writing test. 

• Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state’s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.