Senior Communications Analyst

Job Description:

Senior Communications Analyst

Description

Position Description

Do you thrive on tackling complex communication challenges and shaping impactful narratives? Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving organizational goals through effective communication? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Tacoma Public Utilities is looking for someone to join our team as a Senior Communications Analyst. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for planning and executing sophisticated communication initiatives utilizing your advanced expertise and strategic acumen. Using effective communication, grounded in tact, patience, and professionalism, you will partner closely with key internal stakeholders to develop and implement comprehensive communication plans that resonate with target audiences and align seamlessly with our organizational objectives.

The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset and a deep understanding of infrastructure and integrated communications. They will be highly accountable, consistently meeting deadlines and following established processes with precision and reliability. Comfortable in fast-paced, high-pressure environment, they will have a proven track record of managing a high volume of projects while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. Additionally, they will have demonstrated expertise in advising on and executing communications strategies that drive measurable results.

This position will work a full-time schedule Monday through Friday with core hours between 8:00am and 5:00pm, and may have occasional evening and weekend work. A partial telework schedule may be available; however, a minimum of three days of in-office work per week is expected.
Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Provide
  
  strategic communications support to internal clients to assess and address their communication needs.
• Develop comprehensive communications plans and
  
  strategies.
• Implement strategic communication efforts across a variety of channels such as web,
  
  social media, print, and other mediums.
• Analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of communication efforts and use insights
  
  to refine strategies.
• Provide media relations support by drafting
  
  talking points, preparing press releases for review, and assisting in responses
  
  to media inquiries.

Qualifications

Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, marketing or directly related field

Minimum Experience*
4 years of public information, community engagement/outreach and/or marketing experience

*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Desired Qualifications
Experience managing complex communications projects

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
Washington State Driver's License

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

This recruitment is being managed by Joanna Hambrick; if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn !

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play .

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

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Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.

Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.

Communication from the City of Tacoma:
We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.

If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400 before 4pm on the closing date of this posting.

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 6/2/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$88,774.40 - $124,966.40 Annually