Communications & Marketing Coordinator
City of Midlothian
·2 days ago
- Salary
- $60k – $87k/yr
- Location
- TX 76065, TX, TX
- Department
- Marketing
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
**Starting Hiring Salary: $59,820.80-73,280.48, annually**
The purpose of this position is to create and distribute various marketing and communications materials while monitoring their impact in an effort to expand engagement and provide effective communications.
- Responsible for the development of written and visual content for various communications channels and media platforms, including social media, broadcast media, and website.
- Supports the ongoing development and enhancement of the City’s communications program to promote growth and expand its reach.
- Monitor the City's social media platforms to ensure compliance with established policies.
- Plan, create, and distribute a wide range of print and digital content, including website updates, flyers, posters, graphics, press releases, presentations, and brochures. This includes producing the monthly email newsletter for residents.
- Assist in the preparation, development, and implementation of communication and promotional plans for City services, programs, and initiatives. Track the progress and effectiveness of campaigns.
- Review and approve external submissions for the Community Calendar and LED sign boards daily.
- Coordinate City exhibits and attend various events to gather content.
- Serve as a backup for posting City agendas to the website and social media platforms.
- Provide support for emergency communications during training exercises and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) events.
- Prepare reports and respond to inquiries, including compiling and organizing data as requested.
- Conduct research and interview subject matter experts on various topics, as assigned.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
A minimum of two (2) years of experience in journalism, marketing, public relations, multimedia production, or a related field, is required.
A minimum of one (1) year of social media marketing or social media management is required.
- Advanced ability to communicate in a clear, effective, and concise manner, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to organize and craft creative, engaging written content that effectively communicates ideas.
- Knowledge of journalistic style to create clear, concise content.
- Knowledge of graphic design programs and their applications.
- Advanced ability to interact with people in a professional and congenial manner.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all people.
- Knowledge of still photography, videography, and video editing.
- Knowledge, skill, and ability to utilize telephone, computers and applicable software daily including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Adobe, and Canva.
- Ability to present ideas to diverse audiences.
- Knowledge of municipal government functions, policies, procedures and operations.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Special Requirements
Mobility within an office and field environment is required.
Ability to attend various City meetings and events after-hours and on weekends as needed.- Licenses & Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record as established by the City of Midlothian driving standards.
- Work Environment
Work primarily performed in climate-controlled office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Physical demands are primarily sedentary. Requires light lifting (up to 10 lbs.), sitting, walking, and standing. Work performed may cause fatigue of eyes and other faculties because of fairly continuous use of motor senses.
Skills
Graphic DesignCompliance