City of Bartow is hiring: Part Time Communication Specialist in Bartow

The City of Bartow Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department, in conjunction with the City’s Communications Director, provides innovative and creative communication solutions to promote the department’s programs, services and initiatives in a manner that fosters an informed and engaged community. This is accomplished by utilizing traditional media, social media, print publications, web and video to inform, engage and inspire residents, businesses, staff and visitors, while supporting the overarching communications goals of the City. Under the direction of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts, with guidance from the Communications Director, the Parks & Recreation Communications Intern will assist in this mission.

Responsibilities

Create content with an emphasis on video production for the promotion of Parks & Recreation and Golf Course services and programs via the City website, social media and other digital outlets

Assist with the maintenance of the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts pages on the City’s website to ensure that information is current, accessible and easily navigated

Contribute photographs for use on the City’s website, social media or promotional publications

Assist with the design and printing (or coordination thereof) of promotional materials to include flyers, posters, newsletters, and giveaways

Assist in other marketing and public relations efforts for the Department or the City as a whole as assigned

Understanding and implementing of key points of social media goals

Platform knowledge, strategy development, content creation, analytics, community building, brand awareness, engagement, and ethical practices.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities
None

Qualifications

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Ability to prioritize tasks.

Ability to function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Proficient with all Social Media platforms.

Education and Experience
Required:

Familiarity with social media, especially Facebook and Instagram

Experience with video and photo editing

Good verbal and written communication skills

High School Diploma or GED, preferably supplemented by college level courses in marketing, communications, social media, journalism, or related topics

Preferred:

Website management experience

Experience working with government or non‑profit agency

Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite software

Licenses, Certifications, Special Requirements

Valid Florida Driver’s License or out of state Driver’s License required

Part‑time; 29 hours per week

Weekdays; some nights or weekends due to Special Events and/or Programs

Physical and Mental Demands
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, as established in the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Essential Physical Skills

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Mental Demands

Required to use written and oral communication skills

Read and interpret data, information and documents

Work under deadlines with constant interruptions

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee regularly works inside and outside.

Will require sitting and walking for prolonged periods of time.

Works with city website, intranet, and social media platforms.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Legal Statements
All City of Bartow employees are considered EOC essential in times of emergency. An e‑role will be provided to each employee when an emergency is declared.

As a City of Bartow employee, you are a public servant of a local entity and are responsible to adhere to the Florida State Statute governing the Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees Florida State Statute Chapter 112. Additionally, all Bartow employees are subject to Chapter 119 of the Florida State Statutes which governs public records.

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