Public Information Coordinator I Job at City of Clearwater, FL, Clearwater, FL

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  • City of Clearwater, FL
  • Clearwater, FL

Job Description

Salary: See Position Description

Location : Clearwater, FL

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 2025-00075

Department: Public Communications

Division: MEDIA

Opening Date: 12/02/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Description

TARGET ENTRY SALARY: $58,002.70 - $60,902.83 DOQ

Under limited direction, the Public Information Coordinator coordinates various communications and promotional needs for multiple departments. Works closely with department leadership and City departments to identify and determine various communications, marketing and promotional needs within the city.

Duties and Responsibilities


Essential Functions :Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Meets, plans, collaborates, and engages with various City departments to evaluate and determine communications and promotional needs; identifies objective, determines necessary format, and suggests manner of presentation within established standards for Public Communications, marketing and other departments' programs.
  • Writes and creates press releases for each department and program that the position represents; writes copy for postcards, flyers, and newsletters; coordinates photos, videos, and other writing for department needs.
  • Ensures all published or printed collateral meet the quality, policy, and style standards and are consistent with brand representation.
  • Promotes events, programs, and activities within the City; provides assistance in marketing, advertising, and promotion of various activities offered within the City; effectively uses social media, press releases, interviews with journalists, and print materials to promote offerings.
  • Coordinates and administers media platforms that engage with the public; updates and monitors Facebook and other social media sites.
  • Posts events for city calendar based on department needs and expectations; creates and submits graphic work orders; coordinates the translation of brochures, flyers, and other publicity into Spanish for departments and facilitates communications success.
  • Writes articles and contributes content for internal and external publications to ensure clarity, professionalism and brand representation.
  • Engages with various outside agencies and callers; answers questions, responds to inquiries, directs individuals to necessary departments, and facilitates good public communication.
  • Assists the local media with information about activities, events, or City offerings by various departments; connects reporters with department staff, performs interviews when needed, and coordinates media activities with departments.
  • Researches and locates media websites, print, and television news stories on Clearwater and sends to public communications; prepares presentations for City Council meetings.
  • Performs routine office work and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications


Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid State driver's license is required.

Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Business Administration, Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, or related area AND one (1) year of experience in journalism, public relations, promotional advertising, marketing, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of -
  • Methods, principles, and practices of journalistic and television writing and editing
  • Marketing principles and practices
  • Social media platforms
  • Public Communications coordination and facilitation
  • English, grammar, composition and AP style
  • Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records.
  • General office policies and procedures; computers and general office equipment
  • Equipment maintenance practices and methods

Skill in -
  • Graphic layout and design
  • Researching and writing scripts, determining advertising, developing public service announcements, and developing features for magazines and other media forms
  • Establishing and developing strong and professional relationships
  • Communicating clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
  • Operating a computer with intermediate level proficiency in document and file management, word-processing, database management, and internet and email usage

FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Health and Wellness initiatives •100% employee health care coverage •Option for dependent health care •Life Insurance •Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC •Employee Assistance Program (EAP) •Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan •Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan •Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans •Competitive Salaries •Tuition assistance •Training and development opportunities •Travel compensation •Military leave •Bereavement leave •Discount coupons •Service and employee recognition awards
PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans •Employee Assistance Program (EAP) •Competitive hourly rates •Flexible schedules •Training and development opportunities •Discount coupons •Service and employee recognition awards

SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS.

01


What level of Driver's License do you currently possess?
  • CDL A
  • CDL B
  • Regular (E)
  • ID Only
  • Out of State
  • None of the above

02


What is your highest level of education?
  • Masters Degree or higher
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Associates Degree
  • High School Diploma or GED Certificate
  • Completion of 10th grade
  • Less than 10th grade education

03


How many years of experience do you have in journalism, public relations, promotional advertising, marketing, or related fields?
  • 0-1 years of experience
  • 1-2 years of experience
  • 2-3 years of experience
  • 3-4 years of experience
  • 4-5 years of experience
  • 5+ years of experience

Required Question City of Clearwater, FL

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Seasonal work, Local area, Flexible hours,

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