Information Coordinator - Dept. of Public Health

Job Description

ROLE SUMMARY
As an essential member of the Chicago Department of Public Health, the Information Coordinator will develop and implement communication programs and outreach initiatives on behalf of the department, with a special focus on our Behavioral Health bureau, which includes mental health, substance use and violence prevention. This role will coordinate the informational materials (e.g., press releases, public service announcements, brochures, social media content) for the general public, media, or specialized groups.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Communications: Drafts and edits informational materials for the department. Develops and reviews department web-based communication materials. Monitors the design and production of displays, DVDs/videos and presentations. Works with the CDPH social media team to utilize blogs and social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, X, etc.) to communicate department programs, events, services, or outreach initiatives. Plans and directs special events. Works closely with the Mayor's Press Office on departmental correspondence and promotion of programs and initiatives.

Media Relations: Work closely with media outlets on the promotion of department initiatives and to respond to media inquiries in a timely fashion, in close alignment with the CDPH Public Information Officer and the Mayor's Press Office.

Community Liaison: Works with the Behavioral Health team to support community outreach efforts to targeted audiences and neighborhoods. Helps conduct assessment of community needs, interests, and trends to identify new or modified programming activities.

Certificates/Security Clearances/Other

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

Location: 111 W. Washington, Chicago, IL 60604

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Communications, Business Administration, Public Administration, Humanities or a directly related field, plus four years of experience in the development and implementation of public information or outreach programs, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:
Experience in advocacy work involving mental health, substance use or violence prevention.
Great communication skills
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Software
Previous work experience managing agency's social media, website, or digital communications.