City of Dania Beach is hiring: Marketing & Communication Specialist in Town of F

Position Summary

The City of Dania Beach is committed to employing a talented and diverse workforce. We are currently seeking a Marketing and Communications Specialist who will support the technical and administrative aspects of the development and dissemination of marketing and communications materials. The ideal individual will assist in coordinating, planning, and organizing the dissemination of information concerning various aspects of the City’s operations. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to the growth and development of the City of Dania Beach, apply now to join our team!

Essential Job Functions

• Develops compelling content including copywriting, graphic design, photography and video for marketing materials (print and digital) for social media, websites, campaigns and other platforms.
• Assists in maintaining brand consistency across communication materials and supports efforts to uphold the organization’s visual and cultural identity.
• Assists with ensuring digital and print content complies with ADA accessibility standards.
• Supports the ongoing management and updates of the City’s website and social media accounts.
• Assists in drafting press releases and preparing media materials to support public relations efforts.
• Assists in monitoring, analyzing and reporting the effectiveness of marketing and communication initiatives.
• Provides logistical and promotional support for community engagement events and outreach activities.
• Responds to public inquiries and ensures appropriate routing or resolution.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of marketing and communication strategies.
• Helps maintain and organize marketing assets, communication materials and digital archives.
• Must be available for emergencies and off-hours communications responsibilities.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Two (2) years of professional experience in public relations, communications, or journalism, including at least one year focused on social media content creation within the past three (3) years.
• Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), social media platforms and the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Clear and effective written, visual and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information to a variety of audiences.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license with an overall good driving record is required. If the driver’s license is out-of-state, you must be able to obtain a Florida driver’s license within 30 days of the hire date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four (4) years of professional experience in public relations, communications, or journalism, including at least two (2) years focused on social media content creation within the past three (3) years.
• Experience with design, audio/visual equipment and website content management.
• Social media content management on multiple platforms.
• Planning and creating content on website platforms.
• Proficient in creative media (design, photography/video).
• Municipal Government/nonprofit experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) coverage for the whole family; city-paid life insurance, short and long-term disability; high-deductible health plan option with city-paid HSA; FSA option; medical benefit opt-out payment option; voluntary pet insurance; mental health support; many other voluntary benefits.
• Financial Perks: Annual base salary increases upon budget approval; Florida Retirement System (FRS) pension plan; deferred compensation 457(b) with city match; FICA alternative for part-time positions; city-subsidized health insurance upon retirement; city-paid credit protection; qualified loan forgiveness employer.
• Paid Time Off: 12 city paid holidays; one floating holiday; sick and vacation leave; vacation leave cash-out option; personal days and safety day; religious day conversion; family care days; volunteer time.
• And Much More: Supportive workforce and management team; hybrid work schedule (select departments and positions); professional development; tuition reimbursement; free gym membership; summer childcare discounts.

Other Information

The City is committed to the development of its employees, offering on-the-job training opportunities, City paid external training and certifications, and tuition reimbursement.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing and Sales

Industries

• Government Administration