Digital Media Specialist

City of Forney
Digital Media Specialist
SALARY
$23.44 - $28.41 Hourly
$1,875.03 - $2,272.76 Biweekly
$48,750.73 - $59,091.79 Annually
LOCATION
City Hall Annex Building, TX
JOB TYPE
Full-Time
JOB NUMBER
202500231
DEPARTMENT
Communications and Marketing
OPENING DATE
06/30/2026
SALARY
$23.44 - $28.41 Hourly
$1,875.03 - $2,272.76 Biweekly
$48,750.73 - $59,091.79 Annually
LOCATION
City Hall Annex Building, TX
JOB TYPE
Full-Time
JOB NUMBER
202500231
DEPARTMENT
Communications and Marketing
OPENING DATE
06/30/2026
Description
Join the City of Forney as a

Digital Media Specialist.

Under general supervision, the position coordinates social media, marketing, and promotional efforts for the City and its departments; performs a variety of marketing duties in support of the City's goals and mission, with an emphasis on creativity, written communication, and advertising across media platforms.
Examples of Duties
_The following duties

ARE NOT

intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties._
Designs, coordinates, and implements social media and marketing strategies, campaigns, and public events to engage City residents and the public; creates advertisements, brochures, and other promotional material to support City and City departments; collaborates with all departments to ensure digital, printed, and other content is relevant and well-designed.
Pursues relevant and proactive stories and content to be used to promote the City’s image; advises departments of potential issues and opportunities in public engagement and marketing; provides marketing counsel and support to departments in the promotion of special events, services, and programs.
Assists the Director of Communications with a variety of projects and events; assists with the development of marketing material consistent with the City’s overall branding; develops marketing and advertising plans for assigned departments; assists with all website and social media content and programming.
Maintains current industry trends and technology through attendance at trainings, conferences, and webinars; participates in professional organizations and marketing information groups to advance knowledge and network with other industry professionals.
Studies, plans, develops, and evaluates methods and practices to encourage public participation in projects and programs.
Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

No direct supervision exercised; may exercise occasional administrative and functional supervision for specified activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Valid driver’s license
High School Diploma or equivalent
Three (3) years’ experience in marketing, media relations, advertising or a related field.
Preferences
None
EmployerCity of Forney
Address
401 Pinson Road
Forney, Texas, 75126
Phone 972-552-6670
Websitehttps://www.forneytx.gov
EmployerCity of ForneyPhone 972-552-6670 Websitehttps://www.forneytx.govAddress
401 Pinson Road
Forney, Texas, 75126
Digital Media Specialist Supplemental Questionnaire* QUESTION 1 Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.
Less than High School completion
High School or GED equivalency
Technical or Community College attendance
Technical School completion
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Ph.D.
Juris Doctorate
QUESTION 2
Please list your driver's license number. (If you do not have a drivers license please enter NA)
QUESTION 3
Do you have at least 3 years of progressively responsible experience? Please Note: Years of experience must be reflected in the work experience section of the application.
Yes
No
QUESTION 4
This position may require attendance at evening and weekend events to capture photos and videos. Are you able to work a flexible schedule as needed?
Yes
No
Required Question