Communications and Marketing Coordinator

**Communication Efforts****:*** Develop and deliver educational, outreach, and promotional content to support departmental programs and initiatives* Serve as a communications consultant by strategizing, designing, and implementing communication plans, materials, and campaigns* Manage the creation, review, distribution, and maintenance of print and digital communications, including media releases, social media, websites, newsletters, reports, and multimedia content* Oversee website content, including development of new pages, content management system administration, and ADA accessibility compliance* Act as the primary point of contact for media relations, coordinating responses, drafting media releases, and supporting media outreach efforts* Edit and review written materials, providing guidance to staff on clear and effective communication, including technical and scientific content* Collaborate with staff and stakeholders to identify and promote key messages, stories, and program impacts across multiple communication channels* Manage feedback from staff and multiple stakeholders in developing materials and implementing communications strategies* Lead project meetings and staff engagement to ensure successful completion of projects* Maintain, track, and report on project status and progress and collaboration steps.* Serve as liaison to County and UF Communications teams on projects to ensure brand standards are maintained and opportunities for cross-promotion are maximized.Oversee and guide the Communications Associate I position; partners in collaborative projects and facilitates division of tasks between the two roles**To be considered for this role, you** must **have the following:*** ***-OR-*** Master's degree from an accredited college or university in the above fields ***-WITH-*** 4 years (or more) of related work experience* ***-OR-*** At management discretion, 9+ years of related professional experience may substitute for the required educationBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in C ***-WITH-***5 years of related work experienceommunications, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Relations, Mass Communications**The** *ideal* **candidate has the following knowledge, skills, and/or abilities:*** Ability to read and write HTML, CSS, and web scripting languages as tools to develop and maintain web pages* Ability to develop and maintain GIS-based maps and data as tools for program- and office-related analysis and reporting* Ability to read and write Python, PHP, SQL and/or other coding languages as tools for program- and office-related data management, analysis and reporting* Understanding communications-related technology/hardware, including but not limited to Adobe Creative Suite products like Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, or other software applications focused on design, image/video editing, data management, photography, video and audio equipment; webinar/teleconference components; and event display equipment* Adept with communications-related software and web-based tools, including but not limited to: Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Publisher, Excel and Access; Eventbrite or similar event management; GIS and/or online mapping programs; photo and video editing packages; newsletter or other digital broadcast applications; and Web content management systems**Starting Pay Range:** $64,812.80 - $76,772.00/ annually, based on experience.* Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!* For more information about employee benefits, please for additional information.* Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.* Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)**** #J-18808-Ljbffr