Engagement Coordinator

City of Bothell•Bothell, WA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Bothell is hiring an Engagement Coordinator for the Communications team in the Executive Department. The role coordinates outreach and communications across City departments, helping identify information to share with the community and ensuring it is planned and scheduled. The coordinator manages the City’s editorial calendar and works with the Digital Content Coordinator to update the content calendar. The position also supports the Communications and Engagement Manager and City leadership in developing press releases and community updates. The role will initially be onsite for up to six months, with the potential to transition to a hybrid schedule. Applicants must submit two to three relevant work samples or a document containing links to relevant work samples or a portfolio. Incomplete applications may not be accepted; submitting a resume or cover letter in place of the application may also not be accepted.

Requirements

Submit two to three relevant work samples, or a document containing links to relevant work samples or a portfolio.
Demonstrate professional and technical expertise to perform the job, supported by relevant experience or training.
Evaluate and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands efficiently.
Convey information and ideas effectively through various communication methods, tailoring messages to diverse audiences.
Use interpersonal skills, including empathy, respect, and patience, to engage meaningfully with others.

Responsibilities

Serve as a central coordinator and liaison between City departments and the communications and engagement team.
Meet with department staff to discuss upcoming projects and communication needs.
Identify key information to share with the community and develop communication plans to ensure it is scheduled accordingly.
Manage the City’s central editorial calendar.
Update the City’s content calendar in partnership with the Digital Content Coordinator.
Work with leadership to develop press releases and draft community updates.
Coordinate with the communications and engagement team to support accurate and consistent communications.