Digital Media Specialist - Parks

Communications Associate This is an entry-level communications associate position supporting the seven divisions of Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources. The position is an integral part of the PRNR Outreach Team and assists with the department's day-to-day and long-range digital communications strategies for web and social media. Under the direction of the PRNR Marketing and Outreach Supervisor, this position is responsible for designing and creating content for a variety of digital and print projects. The position follows department and county government procedures, policies, directives and guidance; and ensures actions are aligned with the county's vision, mission and goals. The position is responsible for providing excellent customer service in each task and/or assigned project whether for internal and/or external use.
Job Description:
PRNR Website Management
Social Media Support
PRNR Project Deliverables
Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of Associates Degree from an accredited college or university in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Relations, Mass Communications, Marketing, Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Illustration or related field – OR– Significant related experience in Public Communications or related field.
Preferred Qualifications: Certifications in web development, maintenance, and social media preferred.
Job Competencies: Proficient written and verbal communications, effective troubleshooting and web maintenance, experienced interpersonal skills, adept project coordination, social media applications expertise (Facebook and Loomly), skilled Adobe Creative Suite user (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign), superior customer service skills, effectively work independently and as a team member, and strong prioritization ability.
Pay: $20.61 - $28.20
This Posting is currently Open Until Filled
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!
Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms and classes 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!)
Sarasota County Government promotes diversity and inclusion in its workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identification or expression, genetic information, religion, national origin, marital status, age or disability.