Bilingual Public Affairs Specialist

Oregon Department of Human Services

. Develop communication strategies for statewide fire and life safety outreach .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeSalem • Oregon • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $5,984 - $9,190 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing communication strategies and creating engaging multilingual content, with a strong focus on public relations and community outreach. Proficient in managing digital content and serving as a bilingual spokesperson, ensuring effective messaging and engagement across diverse audiences.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bilingual Fluency in Spanish and EnglishPublic Relations ExperienceContent Management System ProficiencyExperience Writing in Associated Press StyleGraphic Design and Video Editing Skills

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Hard Skills

Public RelationsCommunication Strategy DevelopmentContent CreationDigital Content ManagementBilingual CommunicationWriting in Associated Press StyleWebsite UpdatingGraphic DesignVideo EditingPublishing Best Practices

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunity EngagementCultural SensitivityAdaptabilityEvent Representation

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteSharePointGraphic Design ProgramsVideo Editing ProgramsContent Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Relevant FieldValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Fire and Life SafetyWildfire PreparednessEquity-Centered CommunicationMedia RelationsCulturally Specific Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop communication strategies for statewide fire and life safety outreach
Create engaging multilingual content
Support media relations
Collaborate with culturally specific organizations to strengthen outreach and resilience across Oregon
Manage digital content for websites and social media
Craft agency messaging
Translate and adapt materials
Represent the agency at community events
Serve as a bilingual spokesperson during emergencies
Advance statewide wildfire preparedness efforts and equity-centered communication practices
Travel in-state to events and meetings as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, the Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a related degree and two years professional-level experience in Public Relations or Affairs; OR five years of experience directly related to the position, including two years at the professional level
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Full professional fluency in Spanish and English
Required resume describing how minimum qualifications are met
Required cover letter describing how desired attributes are met
Attachments must be in MS or PDF format
Experience writing in Associated Press Style
Experience using graphic design programs, video editing programs, Microsoft Office Suite, and SharePoint
Knowledge of publishing and layout best practices for newsletters, news articles, and press releases
Experience updating websites using a content management system
Applicants selected to move forward must complete a language skills assessment
Employment contingent on passing a criminal background and fingerprinting check
Must confirm authorization to work in the United States; OSFM does not offer visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits-eligible position
Paid vacation
Sick leave
11 holidays
24 hours of personal business leave
Floating day off each year
Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Additional optional benefits
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
Optional deferred compensation programs through the Oregon Savings Growth Plan
Student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Advancement opportunities within the agency and throughout State of Oregon government, with seniority and benefits carried over
Opportunities to expand technical and professional skills
Bilingual differential of five percent (5%) in addition to base pay
Hybrid work options may be available depending on business needs