Communications & Engagement Specialist I
Full Time • Administrative Services
Responsive recruiter
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Training & development
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
EXEMPT: Yes
CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time
CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time
REPORTS TO: Deputy Public Information Officer
DEPARTMENT: Administration
SALARY RANGE: $55,380-$69,070/Annually
HIRING RANGE: $55,380-$61,930/DOQ
DEPARTMENT: Administration
SALARY RANGE: $55,380-$69,070/Annually
HIRING RANGE: $55,380-$61,930/DOQ
NATURE OF WORK
The Communications and Engagement Specialist I provides support in the planning and coordination of signature Town of Frederick events and community programs. This role will assist the Communications and Engagement team with community outreach, communication, and engagement efforts ensuring that all digital content is accessible and usable by the broadest possible audience.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The duties listed herein are illustrative of the essential duties of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required or assigned.
- Assist in the planning and coordination of Town events and resident engagement programs, and attending Frederick events (often outside of traditional business hours) including but not limited to, Community Tour & Talks (five Wednesday evenings, May through September) Frederick in Flight in June (three-day hot air balloon festival with evening balloon bash), Chainsaws & Chuckwagons in July (four-day chainsaw carving event), Miners Day in September (one day annual community heritage event), Tiny Terror Town in October (one-evening Halloween event), Festival of Lights in December (evening annual tree lighting).
- Research and secure performers, vendors and other contractual entities for appropriate events and activities.
- Model teamwork, collaboration and organizational values in developing and sustaining strong working bonds with volunteers, vendors, staff and other stakeholders, creating effective working relationships.
- Review event promotional materials such as posters, flyers, graphics, and brochures for accurate and complete information.
- Solicit corporate and local sponsorships and donations for events and ensure sponsorship benefits are carried out.
- Submit event expenses ensuring all invoices and purchase orders are completed in a timely manner.
- Assist the Senior Communications & Engagement Specialist to maintain communication with Public Works, the Police Department, Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District, and other internal departments and external agencies regarding event planning, day-of execution and debriefing.
- Coordinate Frederick's participation in third party events by coordinating resources and ensuring any promised sponsorship benefits are received by the Town.
- Photograph, video and otherwise document events for archival purposes and use in future publicity as needed.
- Serve as a back-up for the Senior Communications and Engagement Specialist in all areas related to events and communications as needed.
- Order supplies for Town events and programs and organize and maintain inventory to ensure all necessary materials are available and accessible for successful event execution.
- Assist with the communication and coordination with internal Town departments for their presence and needs at Town events, ensuring that digital accessibility considerations are integrated into event planning and execution.
- Provide guidance and training to Town staff on best practices for creating and maintaining accessible digital content.
- Advocate for the inclusion of accessibility considerations in all digital projects and initiatives, ensuring that accessibility is a core component of the Town's digital strategy.
- Conduct regular audits and assessments of the Town's digital platforms to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.
- Assist in the development of accessibility policies and procedures, working to integrate these practices into the town's overall service delivery framework.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrated experience executing principles and practices of marketing and event planning.
- Basic project management skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work a flexible schedule that will include evenings and weekends.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
- Ability to generate creative ideas and continuously look for ways to improve.
- Strong relationship building, conflict resolution and mediation skills.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office required; Adobe Creative Suite experience is a plus.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
- One to two years of event planning and marketing experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Event Planning, Communications, Digital Media, or related field preferred.
- Any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position may be substituted.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, see and hear, and to use hands to finger, handle, touch or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Most work is performed in a typical office setting; however, outdoor events will require the employee to work in and be exposed to all weather conditions including but not limited to extreme heat, extreme cold, sun, wind, snow, etc. The noise level is usually moderate.
The Town of Frederick is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. The Town complies with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, related Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veteran's readjustment Act of 1974, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, and all civil rights laws of the State of Colorado. Accordingly, equal opportunity of employment shall be extended to all persons and the Town shall promote equal opportunity and treatment through fair and equitable hiring practices. The Town of Frederick Administration Building is located at 401 Locust Street, Frederick, CO 80530.
The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, see and hear, and to use hands to finger, handle, touch or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Most work is performed in a typical office setting; however, outdoor events will require the employee to work in and be exposed to all weather conditions including but not limited to extreme heat, extreme cold, sun, wind, snow, etc. The noise level is usually moderate.
The Town of Frederick is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. The Town complies with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, related Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veteran's readjustment Act of 1974, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, and all civil rights laws of the State of Colorado. Accordingly, equal opportunity of employment shall be extended to all persons and the Town shall promote equal opportunity and treatment through fair and equitable hiring practices. The Town of Frederick Administration Building is located at 401 Locust Street, Frederick, CO 80530.
Compensation: $55,380.00 - $61,930.00 per year
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Town of Frederick is centrally located along the northern section of Colorado’s beautiful Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Frederick has experienced unprecedented population growth in the last decade, but has managed to hold onto its small town charm. In 2019, Frederick was named the safest mid-sized city in Colorado, and USA Today named Frederick the best place to live in the State of Colorado. We strive to be an employer of choice in the northern metro Denver area by offering our employees a rich benefits package, competitive pay, and a diverse and inclusive culture. We consider ourselves a family. We love to have fun, we empower each other to do our best every day, and we reach out to help each other whenever help is needed. We are dedicated to providing friendly, efficient and innovative services and programs that serve to enrich the lives of our residents.
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