Communications & Outreach Associate - Communications & Outreach Division

Harris County • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Communications & Outreach Associate provides day-to-day coordination and operational support for the Harris County Attorney’s Office Communications & Outreach Division. The role helps the team stay organized, responsive, and prepared by monitoring shared inboxes, coordinating events and logistics, tracking communications activities and analytics, managing materials and timelines, and supporting outreach initiatives. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced public-sector environment.

The position supports community events, meetings, and outreach programs, as well as the division’s administrative and communications work. It operates in a professional office environment and is largely sedentary. The position is full-time, typically Monday through Friday, with some evening, weekend, and holiday work as needed. The position is subject to a criminal history check; employment may also be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Compensation is based on the candidate’s qualifications and the pay of other employees in the job function. Total compensation includes paid leave programs, health benefits, and retirement plans. The position is eligible to accrue compensatory time off for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, consistent with Harris County policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university; education may be substituted for experience.
• One to three years of experience in related positions; related experience includes community engagement, community relations, outreach, or campaigns.
• Experience working with diverse communities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to attend events outside typical business hours.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple team members inside and outside the office.
• Applicants should provide a cover letter, resume, and three professional references with their application.
• Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on the job application; a resume may be attached as supporting documentation, but only information stated on the application will be used for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage Communications & Outreach inboxes, route inquiries, and respond to routine questions and requests.
• Help track incoming requests from community members, elected officials, partner organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Assist with maintaining communications calendars, trackers, and project timelines.
• Assist with drafting or preparing basic communications materials.
• Manage timelines and logistics for proclamations, certificates, letters, and similar requests.
• Assist with preparing presentations and reports.
• Support logistics for community events, meetings, and outreach programs, including reserving rooms, ordering food, preparing materials, and coordinating vendors and partners.
• Prepare event materials, sign-in sheets, promotional materials, and other supplies.
• Assist Communications & Outreach staff with on-site event support when needed.
• Help coordinate event follow-up, including tracking contacts, requests, and next steps.
• Monitor team supply needs and place orders for office, event, and outreach materials.
• Maintain organized digital and physical files and resources.
• Assist with scheduling meetings and coordinating calendars as needed.
• Support special projects and other operational needs of the Communications & Outreach Division.

Benefits

• Attractive paid leave programs
• Health benefits
• Retirement plans
• Accrual of compensatory time off for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, consistent with Harris County personnel policies and procedures

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree