Public Utilities Chief of Engagement

The Position

Come to a City that Builds Careers! As one of the largest cities in Broward County, we provides an energetic, innovative and collaborative work environment for its employees. Want Top Notch Insurance? We offer low cost health insurance giving you the best value - Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Plans. Need Work Life Balance? We have got you covered with a 4-Day Work Week and an Award Winning Wellness Program. And We Dont Stop There. we provides a generous Paid Time Off Program inclusive of 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation Leave, Personal Leave, and Sick Leave. Repaying Student Loans? Employees at the City with 10 years of public service and on-time payments qualify for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Lets Partner Together and Come Grow with us.

The Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required:
1. Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in public relations, public affairs, public administration, journalism, or closely related field is required.

2. Five years of professional public relations administration, management consulting, or business communications experience for a government agency, especially in the Water and Sewer sector, or for a private agency servicing local government clients. Proven ability in planning, producing, and delivering successful reports, presentations, and other communications is required.

Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.

Preferred:
Masters degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, public administration, or journalism preferred; demonstrated experience working in municipal government and/or Water and Sewer preferred; experience working in or with the South Florida A/E/C industry is preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Drivers License: With proof of automobile insurance
• Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
• Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of public relations principles and techniques, executive protocol, and proper order of etiquette in dealing with appointed and elected public officials.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles of management and public administration.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of marketing and promotion techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of writing, editing, graphics and related communications skills.
• Mastery of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, and proficiency in and Adobe Photoshop and InDesign or other similar publishing and design software.
• Considerable knowledge of designing and producing various marketing and promotional materials.
• Considerable knowledge of the organization and operations of the City of Hollywood Public Utilities Department, as well considerable knowledge of departmental goals and objectives.
• Ability to direct and coordinate research and development of promotional or educational materials for community groups, department employees, and other relevant audiences.
• Ability to direct emergency preparedness communications response activities as well as contingency planning associated with emergency communications for the department.
• Ability to assist the Department Director effectively in managing and coordinating various departmental activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors and various other public and private officials.
• Ability to supervise subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to represent the department at various conferences, meetings, and gatherings.