Online Media and Public Outreach Coordinator
Online Media and Public Outreach Coordinator
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ABOUT THE POSITION
- Applicants will be required to provide a social media graphic video and PowerPoint presentation work sample upon initial application.
Are you passionate about civic engagement and public outreach The Registrar of Voters (ROV) Department is seeking a dedicated Online Media and Public Outreach Coordinator (Elections Outreach Coordinator) to lead community engagement efforts and enhance our public outreach initiatives through social media management and event coordination.
As an Elections Outreach Coordinator you will play a critical role in educating and engaging the community about elections voter registration and the democratic process. You will develop and implement public sector outreach programs coordinate community events and manage social media campaigns to expand our reach. This position also supports early voting efforts ensuring accessibility and transparency for all voters.
The ideal candidate is a dynamic communicator with experience in public outreach social media content creation and event planning. You will be out in the field representing ROV at community events voter registration drives and educational forums fostering partnerships with local organizations and tracking program effectiveness through data analysis and community feedback. You will also be producing new video materialcreating online campaign and building presentations engaging with the public and collaborating closely with the Public Information Officer.
Competitive candidates will be proficient in Canva Later various social media platforms and video production. Bilingual in Spanish is preferred but not required. Candidates are required to have experience in Adobe Premiere Pro Microsoft PowerPoint and lead or supervisory experience.
The role may require carrying/lifting event items and standing for long periods at a time.PLEASE NOTE: The position requires full-time office presence leading up to and during elections due to the high workload. Additionally the role involves working weekends and holidays including mandatory overtime during election and post-election periods. Travel within the county is also necessary. Outside of election season employees can choose from a 4/10 9/80 or 5/40 workweek schedule with the option of a hybrid schedule with mandatory Wednesdays in office. Flexibility working overtime weekends and holidays is required.
Meet the Team!
The County of Riversides Registrar of Voters serves its residents by ensuring the electoral process be conducted professionally consistently demonstrating neutrality and non-partisan decision-making based upon a thorough knowledge of and compliance with all election laws by administering them timely responsively and with integrity. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Participate as ROVs representative during field events such as community events voter registration drives and educational forums.Ensure day-of-event details are addressed including delivery of materials pre-event set-up and briefing of information for all major stakeholders.Assist in the planning and implementation of organizational events of various topics involving the ROV such as elections voter registration and ROV programs.
Establish and maintain regular contact with community groups and government/private representatives to meet the organizations outreach programs awareness and education needs.
Develop and determine effectiveness of distribution and outreach media plan; make recommendations for modifications as required.
Write articles on organizations activities services programs and functions; prepare pamphlets brochures and presentations.
Coordinate the release and distribution of ROV information to social media platforms; organize and arrange outreach campaigns.
Plan coordinate and implement specialized outreach and educational programs pursuant to informing the public of the organization programs and services.
Serve as a liaison to external constituents corporations volunteers vendors and sponsors.
Provide assistance with oversight of an operational budget for community outreach events and initiatives.
Create event planning timelines checklists and post-event analysis reports; create various documents including pamphlets and/or posters.
Create and produce video content to engage outreach efforts.
Represent the organization at both internal and external meetings.
Coordinate organizational representation at County events and other community-based events.
Communicate pre-event instructions with vendors volunteers assigned staff and event hosts.
Ensure day-of-event details are addressed including delivery of materials pre-event set-up and briefing of information for all major stakeholders.
Provide direct assistance to organizational programming for conference related events.
Provide lead oversight and supervision to volunteers or temporary workers as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- OPTION I
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in a closely related field.
OPTION II
Experience: At least four years of working in non-profit external relations development events management marketing and/or communications.
REQUIRED:- Three years of communications experience in the public sector.
- Adobe Premiere Pro and Microsoft PowerPoint experience.
- A social media campaign you have created or managed.
- A post or graphic that engaged the community.
- A short video or reel related to public sector outreach.
- Any report or analytics showcasing the impact of your social media efforts.
- A sample PowerPoint presentation.
ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of: Event planning methods and principles; office-related software; County services.
Ability to: Plan and organize events; assist and support the Department Public Information Officer and/or Registrar of Voters; work within event timelines and budgets; analyze post-event information and data; must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills; create strong presentations; multi-task; work both independently and as part of a team; have excellent customer service skills. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Other RequirementsLicense/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Drivers License is required as the candidate will be traveling to events.This recruitment is open to all applicants.
Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the department. Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of ROV may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received. Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C-3 is available here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs including H1-B visas and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other non-job-related factors.Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .
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