Public Information Representative 1

Public Information Representative 1

Job no: 528095
Work type: Classified Staff
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing

Department: Early Childhood CARES
Classification: Public Info Representative 1
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $18.66 to $28.35 per hour
FTE: 0.5 to .75

Review of Applications Begins
Position closes September 14, 2021.

Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure consideration, complete online applications must include a current resume and a cover letter highlighting how your knowledge, skills and experience qualify you for the requirements, competencies and if applicable, preferred qualifications outlined in the job posting.

Department Summary
Early Childhood CARES provides Early Intervention (EI) and Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) services to infants, toddlers and preschool children in Lane County with developmental delays and disabilities.

Early Childhood CARES services include parent consultation, parent-toddler groups, specialized preschools, community preschool consultation, speech and language therapy, physical therapy and occupational therapy.

Early Childhood CARES is funded by the Oregon Department of Education with state and federal funds and is one of nine programs delivering EI/ECSE services across the state.

Position Summary
The Parent Outreach Coordinator is responsible for public relations efforts to promote public awareness of the Early Childhood CARES program. Actively manages Child Find activities to locate and identify children who may need early intervention or special education services. Position manages social media marketing and creates communication content for print, digital and other media to educate the public on Early Childhood CARES services. The Parent Outreach Coordinator plans and organizes trainings, meetings, special events and produces a monthly newsletter for parents and families. This position provides community resource information and assists individuals with accessing those resources. Position also researches and identifies potential grant and fund-raising opportunities.
The ability to work independently, handle responsibility and take a project to completion is essential. Works evenings and weekends as needed.
This position is supervised by Early Childhood CARES Co-Directors.

Minimum Requirements

• Three years experience in gathering information, writing/producing materials, presenting information to the public and public relations.
  
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communication or related field may substitute for up to two years of general experience.
  
  Professional Competencies
  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  
• Ability to clearly communicate information to various audiences.
  
• Excellent attention to detail and content editing skills.
  
• Ability to set priorities, take initiative and independently manage multiple tasks to completion.
  
  Preferred Qualifications
  
• Experience with special education programs.
  
• Development and understanding of website content.
  
• Experience using social media for marketing and informational purposes.
  
• Experience in planning and organizing group events.
  
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
  
  FLSA Exempt: No
  
  All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.
  
  This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.
  
  The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.
  
  The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
  
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  To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/528095/public-information-representative-1
  
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