Communications Specialist II | Risk Management Services
About The Position
The Communications Specialist II develops communications strategies, content, and messaging for print and digital materials, serves as a communications liaison to at least one Texas Association of Counties internal department, and supports communications media assets such as podcasts, magazines, and blogs. The role oversees communications projects from strategy development through measurement of results, helps implement digital marketing efforts, develops an understanding of client needs, and actively manages assigned accounts. Some travel is required. For the assigned focus area, the position develops marketing and communications content that increases awareness and understanding of risk management services, benefits, and coverage options. It maintains an understanding of assigned business lines, target audiences, and relevant industries; coordinates timely content production with stakeholders; translates complex risk management and coverage information into accessible materials across channels; and ensures content quality, accuracy, consistency, and alignment with TAC’s brand standards. The position is based in the office, with a teleworking agreement available.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or a related field, or six to eight years of relevant work experience as a substitute.
- At least five years of experience in a communications-related field, including journalism, media, publications, public relations, or marketing.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work with people from varied cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
- Proficiency in AP style.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.
- Current Texas driver’s license with a good driving record and ability to drive.
- High degree of professionalism when representing TAC in significant contacts with elected officials and members.
- Ability to function independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent time management and record-keeping skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with local government, professional associations, insurance, or risk management.
- Experience in a client-facing role developing marketing and communications materials for products or services.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite.
- Experience creating content for Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
- Knowledge of email marketing services and content management systems.
Responsibilities
- Oversee communications projects from strategy development through measurement of results.
- Serve as communications liaison to at least one TAC internal department and assist with communications department media assets, including podcasts, magazines, and blogs.
- Create content for publications, promotional materials, websites, social media, and other digital platforms.
- Write, copyedit, proofread, and revise communications content.
- Identify client requirements and facilitate project management and compliance with project needs.
- Develop and implement comprehensive communications strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Understand and meet the needs of assigned clients, actively manage client accounts, and ensure client satisfaction.
- Ensure TAC’s mission is accurately portrayed throughout communications materials.
- Develop marketing and communications content that increases awareness and understanding of risk management services, benefits, and coverage options.
- Maintain understanding of assigned business lines, target audiences, and relevant industries to develop marketing strategies that advance business objectives, reinforce brand identity, and strengthen member engagement.
- Coordinate timely content production by engaging stakeholders, managing timelines, obtaining buy-in, and using production calendars and project-tracking software.
- Translate complex risk management and coverage information into accessible content for webinars, digital marketing, social media, and member outreach.
- Verify information against reliable sources and ensure content quality, consistency, accuracy, and brand alignment.
- Attend conferences, events, and other necessary activities; travel sometimes as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
