Tribal Affairs Communications Consultant (CC4/COM)

Job title:

Tribal Affairs Communications Consultant (CC4/COM)

Company

Washington State

Job description

DescriptionTribal Affairs Communications Consultant (CC4/COM)71105212Do you thrive in a fast-paced, quickly changing, and highly collaborative environment? Do you enjoy creating and leading multiple communications efforts at the same time? Are you skilled at developing easy-to-understand materials about complex rules, programs, or how to communicate with Tribal leadership and communities? Are you eager to work with a team who care about the government-to-government relationship between Washington State and Tribes? Then look no further than HCA!Join our talented Communications and Office of Tribal Affairs teams as the Tribal Affairs Communications Consultant. In this role, become a strategic communications advisor at the forefront of high-profile, multi-partner, statewide, and nationwide initiatives that impact Indian Country. You’ll craft and implement comprehensive communication strategies, develop and share compelling materials that tell a story, and engage with diverse audiences like Tribal nations, government entities, advocacy groups, the media, and more.All HCA employees will apply an equity lens to their work, which may include but is not limited to all analyses of core business and processes.About the division:This position reports to the HCA Communications Division (COM), which provides external and internal communications support for the agency. This position serves as a Tribal Affairs Communication Consultant within the Office of Tribal Affairs (OTA) at HCA. OTA supports Tribal health care programs, Urban Indian Health Programs, and other Indian health programs (collectively, Indian health care providers or IHCPs). OTA’s work is specifically intended to support Tribes and help HCA leadership and staff and managed care organizations (MCOs) navigate the unique government-to-government relationship that Tribal Nations have with the state of Washington.About the position: The Tribal Affairs Communication Consultant will serve as a strategic communications advisor and play a pivotal role in overseeing, developing, and implementing a comprehensive communications strategy for OTA’s high-profile, multipartner, statewide, and national efforts. Collaborating closely with the Policy Communications Manager, COM and OTA teams, HCA leadership, Tribal leadership, and other key partners, the position will lead both internal and external communications efforts for OTA and Tribal programs and initiatives.This position is eligible to telework and is typically not required to report on-site. The default assigned work location of all Health Care Authority (HCA) positions – both on-site and telework eligible positions – is within the State of Washington. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs. HCA may choose, but is not required, to support out-of-state telework on a case-by-case basis.DutiesSome of what you will do:

• Oversee, develop, and execute strategic communications and tactical planning for OTA and OTA-supported Tribal programs and initiatives.
• Develop HCA library of photos, video, and other media specifically from Tribes and Native communities across Washington State so American Indian and Alaska Native people are represented in HCA communications.
• Work closely with OTA team and others to identify the who, what, where, when, why, and how of communicating about OTA, Tribal affairs, and OTA-supported Tribal programs and initiatives. Determine and mitigate communications risks and identify unintended or inequitable consequences.
• Collaborate and build trusting relationships with OTA team; HCA leadership; Tribes; Tribal organizational partners, other state agencies with Tribal representation, COM team, and others.
• Advise, consult with, and inform internal staff on Tribal communications best practices, techniques, and audience needs.
• Analyze the extent of Tribe’s, HCA leadership and staff’s, and others’ understanding of OTA and OTA-supported Tribal programs and initiatives, and the type of information they need.
• Evaluate effectiveness of information and activities and recommend changes as needed.
• Work with OTA Regional Tribal Liaisons and others to prepare and distribute communications and outreach materials.
• Develop, plan, and coordinate special events, such as National Native American Heritage Month. Work with Tribal Affairs Administrator, Tribal Affairs Deputy Administrator, and others to develop a communications strategy to spread awareness about Native American heritage, culture, and history.
• Serve as a spokesperson, write Dear Tribal Leader Letters (DTLLs), press releases, announcements, and alerts and disseminate them to intended and identified audiences.
• Create and disseminate OTA and Tribal-specific collateral, such as presentations; publications; FAQs; fact sheets; one-pagers; infographics; invites/save-the-dates; guidance and instruction materials; talking/key points; speeches; web pages; and blogs/articles.
• Apply agency brand and style standards as well as accessibility, usability, active voice, and readability (plain language) standards.

QualificationsRequired qualifications:Qualifying candidates will meet one of the following criteria options:Option 1:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, journalism, public relations, or related field, and
• Three (3) years of writing/editing/translating experience.

Option 2:

• Associate degree, and
• Five (5) years of writing/editing/translating experience.

Option 3:

• Seven (7) years of writing/editing/translating experience.

Qualifying candidates must also meet the criteria below:

• Proficient skill in the use of various software, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Demonstrated ability to:

• Edit reports, presentations, and other materials and content with close attention to detail, accuracy, plain talk, active voice, flow and format, repetition, and inconsistencies.
• Write content and materials that are easy to understand, plain-talked (plain language), have active voice, are accurate, and vetted appropriately with subject matter experts.
• Clearly communicate complex technical information in verbal, written, and other communication forms to a non-technical audience, including the application of plain language to legally precise or technical documents.
• Communicate and interact with managerial, administrative, and professional staff as well as customers, Tribal partners, other partners, stakeholders, and others with respect and cultural humility.
• Share ideas, recommendations, and risks in a collaborative, courteous, and professional manner.
• Plan strategically, identify communications needs, and develop goals and comprehensive communications plans for achieving identified goals, strategies, and tactics.
• Adapt to changing business needs, conditions, and work responsibilities, and adjust work habits and methods as needed to achieve successful solutions and results.
• Work effectively and professionally and produce high-quality work in stressful or time-limited situations.
• Organize and prioritize workload to complete work on time and in a fast-moving environment. Balance and successfully complete multiple projects/tasks with the same deadline.
• Successfully lead, coordinate, and manage large and small projects and groups of people.
• Build strong and trusting relationships across teams, divisions, agencies, organizations, and partners to achieve communications goals.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in:

• Working for or with a Tribal Nation or Tribal-based organization, or local, state, or federal government(s)
• Web publishing, especially Drupal content management system
• Communicating about:

• Health equity
• State or federal health care programs
• Indian health care
• Health care policy
• What’s happening in Indian Country
• Understanding of:

• Washington’s health care delivery system
• Indian health programs
• Apple Health or Medicaid
• Federal Section 1115 Medicaid demonstration waivers or other waivers
• The opioid crisis, particularly its impact in Native communities
• Media relations

How to apply:Only candidates who reflect the minimum qualifications on their NEOGOV profile will be considered. Failure to follow the application instructions below may lead to disqualification. To apply for this position, you will need to complete your profile which includes three professional references and attach:

• A cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications for this position
• Current resume

To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

• Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
• Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

Supplemental InformationAbout HCA:Functioning as both the state’s largest health care purchaser and its behavioral health authority, the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is a leader in ensuring Washington residents have the opportunity to be as healthy as possible.There are three pillars of our work: Apple Health (Medicaid); the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) programs; and behavioral health and recovery. Under these pillars, HCA purchases health care, including behavioral health treatment for more than 2.7 million Washington residents and provides behavioral health prevention, crisis, and recovery supports to all Washington residents.What we have to offer:

• Meaningful work with friendly co-workers who care about those we serve
• A clear agency mission that drives our work and is person-centered
• A healthy work/life balance, including alternative/flexible schedules and mobile work options.
• A great total compensation and benefit package
• A safe, pleasant workplace in a convenient location with restaurants, and shopping nearby.
• Tuition reimbursement
• And free parking!

Notes:Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.HCA is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. HCA has five employee resource groups (ERGs). ERGs are voluntary, employee-led groups whose aim is to foster a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with HCA’s mission. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Studies have shown women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons of disability are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. Persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are also encouraged to apply. If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your experience relates to them, please contact us at . Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact Jake Nelko at 360-725-0945 or .The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is an . All applicants with a in the United States are encouraged to apply.E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.to receive a list of new job postings at HCA.

Expected salary

$61404 – 82512 per year

Location

Olympia, WA

Job date

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 03:51:42 GMT

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