Social Media Coordinator - Communications & Outreach Division

Position Description

General Summary:The Harris County Attorney's Office (HCAO) is seeking a Social Media Coordinator to join our Communications and Outreach Division. The Harris County Attorney is the chief civil legal officer for Harris County. Our office represents the County, elected officials, and employees in legal matters and works on behalf of the residents through strategic litigation and enforcement of laws that protect the public. This role offers a unique opportunity to help tell the story of our work through a variety of social media platforms. The coordinator will plan out content calendars, post on social media platforms, monitor and respond to comments, and keep track of reporting. This position reports to the Communications Manager and plays a key role in advancing the mission and initiatives of HCAO through strategic communications and storytelling.

Duties and Responsibilities:• Support creating content for HCAO's social media channels, including pulling elements together to write captions, creating posts to publish to various platforms and planning out content calendars.

• Planning social media posts, including working with the Multimedia Coordinator for photos and videos, writing captions, and posting.
• Monitor and be responsive to HCAO's social media channels
• Reporting on social media and content engagement and performance, including compiling metrics and basic analysis and assisting with other reporting
• Create graphic designs that help elevate awareness about HCAO, the impact of the office, determine content strategy for digital channels
• Support live event coverage, including press conferences, community events, and major announcements
• Collaborate on the development of digital campaigns, including graphics, social media assets, and printed materials such as flyers and brochures
• Assist in upholding brand consistency (design/messaging) across all visual communications
• Maintain proficiency and knowledge in latest social media trends, best practices as well as new technologies (i.e., new tools, algorithm changes, platform enhancements, etc.)
• Attend staff and public events, occasionally on weekends, to capture content for timely posting to social media accounts.
• Contribute to overall Communications and Outreach Division efforts, including event support and other digital communications needs

Other Duties:• This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email [email protected].

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Supporting Job Application Documents:

• Applicants should provide a cover letter, resume, three (3) professional references, and a work sample with their application.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university • An Associates degree may be substituted for additional experience.

• Minimum of two (2) to four (4) years of experience with social media management, content creation, and communications.

OR

• Minimum of two (2) to four (4) years of experience in related positions where similar skills were utilized.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong writing and creative skills.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube) and content optimization for each
• Strong working knowledge of the digital landscape and social media platforms.
• Familiarity with using Canva to make graphics for social media and digital use
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and problem solve when needed

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

• Previous experience working on a communications or media team.
• Experience with managing scheduling social media content as well as analytics tools\
• Bilingual preferred but not required.
• Ability to quickly fact check.

General Information

About the Harris County Attorney’s Office (HCAO): Located in downtown Houston, HCAO serves as the chief civil law office for Harris County, Texas’s largest county. The office represents Harris County government, the Harris County Flood Control District, the Harris County Toll Road Authority, and multiple emergency network agencies in civil legal matters. The office also provides legal advice and counsel to County elected officials, appointed officials, departments, and employees. With more than 300 attorneys and staff, the office handles a broad range of public law, including general counsel services, defensive litigation, affirmative and special litigation, employment, environmental enforcement, real estate, property tax, compliance and revenue, child protective services, disability and elder law, hospital district representation, communications and outreach, and the Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library. The County Attorney’s Office plays a vital role in protecting the legal interests of Harris County, advising public officials, supporting effective county operations, and serving the residents of Harris County through high-quality, ethical, and professional legal work.

About County Attorney Abbie Kamin: Harris County Commissioners Court appointed Abbie Kamin to serve as County Attorney. She took office on June 15, 2026. Kamin is a native Houstonian, attorney, and public servant who has represented District C on Houston City Council since 2020. Prior to her service on City Council, she practiced law with a focus on general civil litigation and civil rights litigation, including work involving voting rights and Title IX matters. She also served as Associate Regional Director for the Anti-Defamation League’s Southwest Region and previously worked in Texas Legislature. She earned her J.D., cum laude, from American University Washington College of Law and her B.A., cum laude, from Tulane University. County Attorney Kamin leads the office with a focus on effective legal representation, sound public administration, professionalism, and service to Harris County residents.

Position Type and Typical Work Schedule:

• This is a full-time position.

• Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, with some evenings, weekends, and holidays based on the needs of the HCAO.

• The selected candidate may be required to attend events that occur outside of typical working hours.

Work Environment and Physical and Mental Demands:

• This job typically operates in a professional office environment, and the employee in this role uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, scanners/copiers, and phones.

• This is largely a sedentary role, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Compensation:

• The base compensation for this position will be determined on the candidate’s qualifications and the pay of other employees in the job function.
• Total compensation includes attractive paid leave programs, health benefits, and retirement plans.
• In addition, the position is eligible for the accrual of compensatory time off for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, consistent with Harris County personnel policies and procedures.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.