Social Media Coordinator

The Social Media Coordinator plays an integral role in helping the City execute a communications strategy across social media, public relations, and internal agency communications. This position operates under the general direction of the Cultural Affairs Director and works with departmental subject matter experts, the City’s Public Information Office, and to engage audiences through established channels and identify emerging opportunities for communication and collaboration. 

Duties: 

• Manage social media platforms and write draft press releases.  

• Implement approved branding plans to bolster department image. 

• Manages internal department communications to include executive staff presentations, City Council, and various internal City departments. 

• Create regular posts on Facebook, Instagram, Threads and Twitter to promote the department and its initiatives in the community. 

• Develop promotional media in various formats including but not limited to, videos, graphics, pamphlets, flyers, and posters. 

• Manage department electronic mailbox, disseminating, researching, and gathering staff responds to citizen inquiries.   

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

 Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in communications, journalism, public relations, graphic design, or a related field and 1 year of experience in developing social media communication strategies and content for social media channels; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

• Valid state issued driver’s license. 

• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office, Canva or similar software and applications 

 Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with Adobe media and web development products preferred. 

 Other Necessary Requirements: 

• May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. 

• In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the City’s needs.