Technical Specialist I - Social Media

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate, review, draft, deploy, reply, monitor and make recommendations for social media content including, but not limited to; City and Police Department website, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram.
• Write social media captions, news releases, and talking points.
• Assist with photography and video production; create short and long formatted videos for social media.
• Assist in the development and implementation of social media strategies and campaigns.
• Assist in the administration and maintenance of the City and Police Department website.
• Promote City and Police Department events, activities, facilities, and other special projects.
• Monitor posts and comments for social media accounts.
• Support Police Department Staff in the development of news releases, special events, flyers/brochures, community announcements, project-based communications, or other communication methods.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in digital media, multimedia design, graphic/digital design, marketing, communications, journalism, public relations or related field.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California Class "C" driver's license and have a good driving record.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, basic computer functions including Microsoft Office Suite, internet navigation, general office equipment, electronic correspondence and telephone systems; video production equipment and basic photography.
• Thorough knowledge of social media platforms, including Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook; experience in developing/sharing videos via social media.
• Detail oriented and reliable.
• Skill to operate modern office equipment and Microsoft software particularly Word, Excel and Access.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once; work independently and strategically; exercise patience and professionalism.
• Ability to develop and implement print, broadcast and social media strategies.
• Interpret complex regulatory and industry content and relay using lay terms for broad and diverse internal and external audiences.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Nice to Have

• Experience in video production and social media content creation.
• Knowledge of electronic correspondence and telephone systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Benefits & Perks

• Part-time position averaging 20 hours per week.
• Hourly wage between $19.33 and $36.94.