Project Communications Coordinator

About Harris County Flood Control District:

The Flood Control District has the mission to reduce the risk of flooding in Harris County, the third most populated county in the United States, with a population in excess of 4.7 million, including the City of Houston, the nation’s fourth largest city. The Flood Control District has jurisdiction over the primary stormwater facilities in the county, which consist of approximately 1,500 channels totaling nearly 2,500 miles in length, as well as more than 60 regional stormwater detention basins, totaling more than 10,000 acres and several wetlands mitigation banks including Greens bayou.

The Harris County Flood Control District is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Project Communications Coordinator, who will support the development and delivery of project-specific communications and public engagement materials for flood risk reduction projects. The position works closely with internal departments to help communicate project information to the public, assist with outreach efforts, and ensure materials are accurate, timely, and aligned with established communications and engagement plans.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Project Communications Development:
  Support the development of project-specific communication materials, including fact sheets, website content, presentations, and community updates related to flood risk reduction projects.
• Draft and revise written content for public-facing communications under the guidance of senior communications staff.
• Information Coordination & Accuracy:
  Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and internal team members to gather project information and ensure communications materials are accurate, timely, and aligned with project milestones.
• Monitor project schedules and flag potential communications needs or risks related to project changes, construction activity, or community concerns.
• Digital & Website Management:
  Assist with website updates and content management for assigned projects, including tracking revisions and publishing approved materials.
• Community Engagement & Outreach:
  Participate in planning and implementation of community engagement and outreach activities, including public meetings and other community events.
• Prepare outreach materials and logistics for engagement efforts, including meeting notices, sign-in materials, presentations, and follow-up communications.
• Respond to routine inquiries from the public or internal staff related to assigned projects, escalating issues as appropriate.
• Documentation & Records Management:
  Maintain organized records of outreach activities, communications materials, and project documentation for assigned projects.
• Procedures & Continuous Improvement:
  Follow established communications procedures and public engagement plans, providing input and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Additional
  
  Responsibilities and Duties:
  
  Assume additional responsibilities as required, adapting to the District's evolving demands, responsibilities, needs, and objectives.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field.
• Experience: Two (2) years’ experience in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field. Experience supporting the development and execution of project communications and community outreach materials.
• Licensure: Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong foundational writing skills, with a demonstrated interest in consistency, clarity, and adherence to brand guidelines; willingness and ability to learn project-specific terminology and messaging; ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines; working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; general knowledge of communications practices and techniques, including public engagement and stakeholder communication.

Note:

Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application…