Marketing & Communications Specialist

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

Department: Police Department

Division: Police Support Services

Pay: GRADE 130: $49,790.58 - $72,196.34 Annual Salary (Hourly $23.94 - $34.71)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Temporary Full Time, 40 Hours Weekly, Eligible for Benefits.

This position is a temporary, full-time contracted position with full benefits. The contract will be for 12 months with a possible extension if additional funding is provided.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

The Public Relations and Media Specialist is responsible for fostering and promoting trust and transparency between the police department and community members. The position is responsible for developing and executing public relations strategies, managing social media presence, and serving as a liaison to the media. This position is full-time and temporary for up to one year, with the potential to become a permanent position based on success and administrative approval.

Marketing & Communications Specialist Essential Job Functions

• Develop, implement, and manage the department's public relations strategy to enhance community engagement and trust.
• Create, publish, and monitor appropriate and engaging media content across the department's social media platforms.
• Operate and maintain equipment used in creating media content, such as cameras, microphones, lighting, and video editing tools.
• Monitor social media to identify trends or strategies that can be emulated to increase the department's exposure to the public.
• Monitor public sentiment; use that information to provide insight and recommendations to the department's administration to guide communication strategies.
• Plan, record, edit, and publish pre-recorded briefings and video messages for distribution to the media and public.
• Organize and facilitate press conferences through media notification and scheduling, coordinating speakers, and serving as master of ceremonies as needed.
• Attend department events and activities to capture content, such as photos, videos, or interviews, for use in public relations and social media engagement strategies.
• Collaborate with city media and communications teams as needed or as directed by a supervisor.
• Participate in inter-departmental communications meetings.
• Know and ensure adherence to department policies and all applicable laws related to government communications.
• Protect privacy and maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
  
  

Education And Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• A degree in public relations, communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in public relations, social media management, journalism, or a related field is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in content creation, including photography, videography, and editing.
• Previous experience working in a government, law enforcement, or public sector environment is preferred.
• Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may qualify.
  
  

Special Requirements

• Possession of or ability to obtain a Utah driver's license.
  
  

Ogden City Benefits

• Language Pay
• Holidays
• Sick, Vacation, and Comp Time Leave
• Medical and Dental
• EAP- Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Loan Program- Computer, Bike, & Exercise equipment loans when available
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
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