marketing coordinator Buena Park, CA
Job description
The Communications and Marketing Division is responsible for developing and delivering a comprehensive communications program for the City of Buena Park. This Division works to inform the public about City issues, programs, and events and to increase their awareness, interest, understanding, and involvement with the services they offer.
The City of Buena Park is seeking a highly motivated, energetic, and experienced Marketing Assistant to assist our Communications and Marketing Division with marketing and promotion of City events. The ideal candidate must have strong written and communication skills, be experienced in assisting and coordinating special events, and is knowledgeable of social media trends and platforms. If you meet the qualifications described below – APPLY TODAY!
This part-time position works approximately 20-30 hours per week and requires the availability to work nights, holidays, and weekend work assignments, as needed.
- Write articles, feature stories, and news releases covering the City's activities and draft statements and special reports.
- Write, design, and lay out a variety of materials to advertise and promote City events and recreational activities, such as publications, newsletters, pamphlets, booklets, bulletins, reports, posters, exhibits, displays, banners, electronic reader boards, flyers, awards, certificates; proofreads and edits for correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, and tone.
- Market, advertise, and promote classes and all other recreation programs by assisting with the production of the quarterly Buena Park Today City News and Activity Guide.
- Develop and manage content for the City's website and social media platforms; assist departments with developing and analyzing marketing plans and strategies and make recommendations that fit the department's needs and are within the City's guidelines and standards.
- Assist with the production of special events, as needed.
Associate's Degree or 60-semester units or the equivalent of college-level coursework in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field. A Bachelor's Degree is highly desirable. Two years of public relations experience, which includes marketing, advertising, writing, and editing, is required. Additional relevant work experience may substitute for the educational requirement.
A valid Class C California driver's license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurability are required. Ability to travel and attend city functions, meetings, events, and conferences.
THE WEEK OF August 8, 2023
ORAL INTERVIEWS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR
THE WEEK OF August 15, 2023
All applications will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include but is not limited to, oral interviews and/or written exams and oral presentations. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment-eligible list from which hires may be made. The list is valid for up to one year unless exhausted sooner.
The City of Buena Park is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability.
The City of Buena Park Alcohol and Drug Abuse Policy requires that all applicants undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment.
Below is a list of key benefits offered to employees of the City of Buena Park and is only a summary of benefits. They are not intended to replace or modify the legal plan documents on file in the Human Resources Department.
SALARY RANGE: Composed of six (6) steps - Entry step through E step (Except management positions). Each step represents an increase of approximately five (5) percent.
RETIREMENT: Provided through California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). Employee pays member contribution.
VACATION: Earned at the rate of ten (10) working days per year for the first five (5) years of service. Public safety employees receive a different but equivalent benefit. Additional vacation may be earned by employees after five (5) years of service.
SICK LEAVE: Accumulated on the basis of eight (8) hours per month with no maximum accumulation.
HOLIDAYS: An average of ten (10) holidays per year, plus one (1) floating holiday for certain bargaining groups.
MEDICAL INSURANCE: Several plans (indemnity and HMO's) are available. The City pays a flat rate portion of the premium according to the bargaining unit agreement.
DENTAL INSURANCE: Three (3) plans are available. The City pays a flat rate portion of the premium. The Employee may pay a portion of the insurance premium according at bargaining unit agreement and this benefit is voluntary.
VISION INSURANCE: One plan is available. The Employee pays the insurance premium and this benefit is voluntary.
LIFE INSURANCE: Amount of coverage is based on the employee bargaining unit. Premiums are fully paid by the City.
LONG TERM DISABILITY: Fully paid by the City. Police sworn personnel are not eligible.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Available to all City employees and their immediate families.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: The City offers one (1) plan administered by Nationwide Retirement Solutions. This is a voluntary benefit with no City contribution.
WORK SCHEDULE: 9/80, 4/10 or 3/12 alternative work schedule depending upon the work location.
OC CREDIT UNION: Available to all City employees and their families.
