Communication Specialist Part-Time

*Please note only the first 100 applications will be accepted. The job posting may close without prior notice.*

Under the general direction of the City Manager or designee the Communications Specialist assists in implementing internal and external communications social media marketing public information and community outreach efforts for the City of Maywood. This position supports content creation website management community engagement event promotion branding graphic design photography videography and digital media coordination to effectively inform and engage residents businesses visitors and community stakeholders.

This part-time classification is responsible for assisting with a broad range of communications-related assignments supporting the City Managers Office and all City departments. Incumbents in this position are expected to exercise sound judgment demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills maintain confidentiality and show initiative while representing the City in a professional manner. Assignments are performed under general supervision with opportunities for increased responsibility as proficiency is demonstrated

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

Essential Job Duties:
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act essential functions may include any of the following representative duties knowledge and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodation will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.
Essential duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

Examples of Duties
The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to provide a representative list of the various types of work that may be performed. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job class and incumbents may expect to perform other related duties as assigned.

• Assists in preparing and distributing a variety of communications materials including newsletters press releases flyers brochures advertisements public notices fact sheets and social media content.
• Supports updates and content scheduling for the Citys website social media accounts digital signage and other public communication platforms.
• Creates written and visual content to promote City programs services initiatives meetings and special events.
• Assists with public outreach activities including community events workshops press conferences grand openings ribbon cuttings and City-sponsored activities.
• Maintains the Citys branding standards across all communication and marketing materials.
• Designs flyers banners brochures newsletters signs presentations certificates advertisements and other promotional materials using graphic design software.
• Takes photographs and videos of City Council meetings commission meetings community events recreation programs and other City activities.
• Assists with editing photographs and video content for use on the Citys website social media platforms newsletters and promotional materials.
• Maintains digital and physical archives of photographs videos publications and other media.
• Assists in developing and maintaining the Citys social media content calendar.
• Tracks and monitors website traffic social media engagement and communication performance metrics and assists in preparing reports.
• Assists with drafting speeches talking points proclamations presentations and other communication materials for City officials and staff.
• Supports internal communication efforts including staff announcements newsletters and organizational communications.
• Responds to general public inquiries and provides accurate information in a professional and courteous manner.
• Assists with coordinating translation of communication materials as needed; bilingual English/Spanish is highly desirable.
• Collaborates with City departments to promote programs services projects and special events.
• Assists with media inquiries and helps maintain positive working relationships with local media representatives.
• Supports emergency public information efforts as directed.
• Attends and supports community engagement efforts outside regular business hours including evenings weekends and holidays as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of

• Principles and practices of public information marketing public relations and community outreach.
• Digital communication strategies and social media management.
• Website content management systems.
• Graphic design principles and desktop publishing software.
• Basic photography videography and media editing techniques.
• English grammar spelling punctuation and business writing.
• Modern office procedures practices and equipment.
• Microsoft Office Suite Adobe Creative Suite Canva and related software applications.
• Customer service principles and effective public communication techniques.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Organize and prioritize multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Create clear engaging and professional communication materials.
• Design attractive marketing and promotional materials.
• Maintain and update website and social media content.
• Photograph and document City events and activities.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff elected officials community members media representatives and partner organizations.
• Exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
• Represent the City professionally in public settings.
• Work flexible hours including evenings weekends and holidays.
• Operate standard office equipment cameras computers and multimedia equipment.

• Associates degree from an accredited college or university in Communications Journalism Public Relations Marketing Graphic Design Digital Media Public Administration or a closely related field; and
• One (1) year of professional experience in communications public information marketing journalism social media management graphic design or a closely related field.

• Bachelors degree in a related field.
• Experience working in local government or a public agency.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite Canva website content management systems and social media management platforms.

• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License.
• Satisfactory driving record.
• Availability to work evenings weekends and holidays as needed.

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly sit stand walk bend stoop kneel crouch twist and reach.
• Lift carry push and pull materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Operate computers cameras audiovisual equipment printers and other office equipment.
• Read printed materials and computer screens.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Travel throughout the City to meetings programs and community events.
• Occasionally work evenings weekends and holidays to support City operations and special events.