State of Washington Classified Job Specification
COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANT 1
Class Series Concept
Positions in this series are involved in developing, editing and/or disseminating publications and a variety of communication and marketing materials as part of the overall public information function. This series also includes positions responsible for internal communications and strategic messaging and positions serving as a spokesperson to the news media and the public.
Definition
Duties performed at this level include assisting in developing, editing, and/or coordinating production and distribution of materials or drafts of publications such as announcements, catalogs, program brochures and illustrative materials. Positions typically work under direct or close supervision and work is subject to regular review. Work tasks are often repetitive or routine. Positions have limited latitude to resolve problems outside of written guidelines.
Typical Work
Writes drafts of standard communication materials such as newsletters, announcements, catalogs and brochures;
Applies technical knowledge of computer software and hardware to prepare draft material for publication by importing, formatting, merging and manipulating text and graphic images;
Reviews and assists in editing copy by checking grammar, clarity and form of presentation; reviews and corrects proofs provided by printer during each production phase;
Assists in liaison work between clients, publication and production personnel; provides basic advice and suggestions regarding such things as readability, grammar, costs, best methods of producing materials and publishing information on the internet;
Arranges for distribution of communication materials; performs electronic publishing by preparing publications for electronic distribution such as CD-ROM and hypertext versions;
Arranges for and/or performs electronic publication and distribution of communication materials.
Performs other duties as required.
Legal Requirement(s)
There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.
Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.
Desirable Qualifications
OR
Four years of writing/editing experience; or equivalent education/experience.Class Specification History
New class effective January 1, 2006; Communications Consultant 1 (replaces 01300 Publications Specialist, 3770 Editor I – Publications, 3774 Information Specialist I, 3755 Editor I – Research Publications).
Revised typical work, adopted June 13, 2019; effective July 1, 2019.
Revised typical work, adopted June 22, 2023; effective July 1, 2023.
Revised Legal Requirements; effective June 6, 2024, due to adopted legislative action.
