Communications Specialist
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
POSITION SUMMARYThe Controller’s Communications Specialist works with their assigned department to implement a strategic communication plan, responds to local media inquiries, and manages social media of the assigned department.
Department: Controller's OfficeSalary: $58,352 per year.
WORK EXPERIENCE: The ideal candidate will have at least two (2) years of communications, marketing, public relations, social media, or equivalent work experience. EDUCATION/TRAINING: The application must clearly show a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Social Media or related field is required.
POSITION DUTIESCoordinates with the Department to develop, manage, and organize communications deliverables for assigned departments.Writes press releases, talking points, and assists with organizing press events.Updates the official website; and manages departmental social media accounts.Works with Department to respond to local media inquiries related to their assigned departments.Maintains a record of media stories about their assigned departments.Represents the Office of City Controller appropriately in public and on social media.Works with the Department Directors to determine the best way to communicate the work of their assigned departments.Assists with other duties as requested or assigned.
BENEFITSHealth, Dental and Vision BenefitsPensionVoluntary Deferred Compensation PlanTuition ReimbursementPaid HolidaysPaid VacationPersonal Days
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