Communications Consultant

Position: Communications Consultant 5
WSLCB Vision

Safe communities for Washington State    

Mission

Promote public safety, public health, and trust through fair administration, education, and enforcement of liquor, cannabis, tobacco and vapor laws.

This recruitment is open until filled. First review of applications will be June 22nd, 2026, please submit an application on or before June 21st, 2026. The hiring authority reserves the right and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision at any time. We encourage interested applicants to apply as early as possible.

The salary listed above includes the 2% pay increase that goes into effect on July 1, 2026

This position is currently eligible to telework and requires a minimum of one (1) day per week in the office. This requirement is subject to change based on business needs.

Who we are

The mission of the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) is to promote public safety and trust through fair administration, education and enforcement of liquor, cannabis, tobacco, and vapor laws. We search for people who demonstrate a strong work ethic, excellence in customer service, partnering and teamwork, and quality performance.

We want to create a culture that fosters excellence in customer service, open and honest communication, transparency and accountability, data driven decisions, and business-initiated process improvement.

Our commitment to DEIB

The WSLCB strives to promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) in all aspects of our work. This includes a commitment to our workforce and external stakeholders.  It is our mission to build, educate, and inspire an inclusive environment that recognizes, respects, and celebrates diversity in the workplace and in the community we serve. We are committed to maintaining a thriving culture where employees and those we serve feel safe and accepted regardless of education, background, or beliefs.

As a WSLCB team member, you will have opportunity to join statewide business resource groups (BRGs) such as, Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network;
Veteran Employee Resource Group;
Latino Leadership Network, Blacks United in Leadership and Diversity;
Disability Inclusion Network;
Washington Immigrant Network;
Hawaiians, Asians, and Pacific Islanders Promoting an Empowerment Network;
Supporting our Voices, Empowering Rights, and Engaging Indigenous Governance; and Interagency Committee of State Employed Women.

Your opportunity at a glance

The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board is announcing an exciting opportunity for a Communications Consultant 5 (CC5). This position is located in the Director's office in Olympia WA.  This position is part of an innovative and collaborative team that supports the mission of the Communications Division by facilitating media relations, producing publications, producing and executing communications plans and furthering internal (intranet) and external (website) communications management.

Additionally, this position supports the Board's mission, goals and policies by being proactive in media relations and developing and executing statewide communication on behalf of the entire agency.

If you have an interest in working with internal and external customers and being a Communications Consultant 5, we encourage you to apply to be a part of the WSLCB team!

WSLCB provides a modern work environment and excellent benefits including:

* A comprehensive benefits package (including but not limited to Medical/Dental/Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance etc.)

* Paid Vacation, Leave, and Holidays

* Tuition Waiver (enrollment in courses at state universities/colleges on a space availability basis - all or a portion of the tuition/fees may be waived for state employees)

* Tuition reimbursement (courses taken with prior approval in order to further employee's career development with the WSLCB)

* Training and career development programs (including online courses and Linked In Learning)

* A healthy work/life balance (this may include flexible/alternative work schedules and telework/remote work opportunities, when possible)

* Employee Assistance Program- confidential program created to promote the health, safety…