Communications Specialist

Washington County, located in West Bend, Wisconsin has an excellent opportunity for a Communications Specialist. The Communications Specialist is a shared position supporting the Office of the County Executive and the County Clerk’s Office, with a primary focus on social media, digital content, public engagement, and customer service.

The position helps tell Washington County’s story by creating timely, engaging social media content; attending County and community events to capture photos and video; developing graphics and other digital materials; and highlighting County programs, initiatives, employees, and community partnerships. Responsibilities include acting as liaison between the county and outside consultants focused on media and messaging.

As a member of the County Executive’s Office team, the Communications Specialist also provides support for constituent services, community events, and other office initiatives. Within the County Clerk’s Office, the position supports social media and public information efforts while providing responsive, professional customer service to residents utilizing Clerk services.

The ideal candidate is creative, personable, highly organized, comfortable working with the public, and able to move easily between digital communications, events, constituent needs, and day-to-day office responsibilities.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or additional education in communications, marketing, public relations, graphic design, business, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in social media, digital communications, customer service, public-facing office work, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to create engaging social media content.
• Experience with photography, video, graphic design, or digital content creation preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, Planner, PowerPoint, and One Note.
• Experience with social media platforms and graphic design/content creation applications.
• Ability and willingness to attend County and community events, including occasional events outside normal business hours.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to become a notary.

Washington County is recognized for our commitment to providing quality services to the citizens of our community. Our team members embrace the challenge of meeting goals and expectations. Every day we work to creatively problem solve, innovate, and collaborate as a team to meet customer needs and deliver solutions.

We create an environment for residents and businesses to enjoy our authentic quality of life through a well governed and administered county dedicated to safe and secure communities; economic growth and vitality; effective mobility and reliable infrastructure; and access to basic needs.

Washington County strives to cultivate its rich heritage, vibrant economy and attractive communities through the distinct values that define us.

Respect, Optimism, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Collaboration.

Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

• Manages day-to-day social media content for the County Executive and County Clerk, including identifying content opportunities, drafting posts, developing graphics, scheduling content, and maintaining an active and engaging social media presence.
• Attends County and community events involving the County Executive, County Clerk, elected officials, departments, and…