ABOUT USAt the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website . Read on to find out more about this opportunity.
The Marin County Free Library (MCFL) is a special taxing district that operates ten branch libraries in Marin under the authority of the Board of Supervisors. It provides public library services to the residents of the unincorporated areas of the County and the cities of Corte Madera, Fairfax, and Novato.
The Marin County Free Library is an innovative and dynamic civic institution that is committed to providing exceptional services to a community that cares deeply about the library and encourages the library to assume a critical role in supporting the community to be resilient, equitable, and progressive. MCFL is committed to racial equity and the inclusion of those with multiple perspectives and backgrounds in our decision making.
ABOUT THE POSITIONThere is one full-time regular position for a Media Manager with the Marin County Free Library. The eligibility list created by this recruitment may be used to fill current or future vacancies in ANY County Department. We encourage you to apply now if you are interested in a Media Manager position in any County Department.
The Marin County Free Library seeks a strategic thinker to lead the development and implementation of a communications plan to support our new 5-year strategic plan . This position will work to reintroduce the library to our communities through tailored communication initiatives that prioritize accessibility in various languages and formats. The Media Manager will be responsible for:
- Proactively creating content and developing a collection of visual and written materials, including an annual social media plan.
- Developing outreach and communication strategies for the department to ensure effective and timely messaging to the community and partner agencies.
- Ensuring branding is consistent with the library’s philosophy and standards.
- Serving as the initial point of contact for members of the media, and representing the library at community events and meetings.
- Developing methods for soliciting public input, feedback and support on key initiatives and issues.
- Drafting communications around important department and branch events for patrons and the press
- Supervising and evaluating the performance of assigned county staff and contractor(s) (currently two full-time staff and one contractor).
- Overseeing and monitoring the media budget for the department.
ABOUT YOUOur Highly Qualified CandidateThe ideal candidate possesses the following:
- Experience developing comprehensive communications strategies and creating content across a range of platforms.
- Ability to understand the goals and strategy of a large organization and translate that into compelling messages that connect with all members of the community, particularly those that have been historically underserved.
- Experience working collaboratively with Marin County’s communities and community-based organizations.
- Project management experience.
- Experience supervising staff.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is highly desirable.
In addition, the ideal candidate has a deep understanding of and commitment to advancing racial equity. They have strong staff leadership, coaching and team building skills and are an expert communicator. They will be adept at managing multiple projects and delivering on deadlines while adjusting to shifting priorities when needed.
QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of: - Management principles and practices, including goal setting; budget development, employee development; program development, implementation, and evaluation; and the supervision of employees.
- Principles, methods, and practices applied in the design and implementation of communication and outreach programs.
- Techniques and methods used in composing and preparing correspondence, memoranda, newsletters, reports, and similar materials.
- Desk-top publishing, web content design and development, and basic graphics preparation/presentation applications and equipment.
- Video/photography and the operation of camera equipment.
- Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to work.
- English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary and punctuation.
Ability to: - Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards.
- Manage programs and staff.
- Translate unit goals, objectives, and policies into day-to-day operations.
- Develop effective work teams and motivate individuals to meet goals and objectives and provide services in the most effective and efficient manner.
- Plan, research, organize, coordinate, and implement a variety of communications, marketing, media relations, and community outreach activities and programs.
- Identify and implement effective course of action to complete assigned work.
- Develop effective communications and marketing, media relations, and community outreach strategies and campaigns.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, to a wide variety of audiences.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge and abilities listed. Typically, this would be the equivalent to graduation with a Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, public relations or a closely related field and three years of progressively responsible experience in media-related activities, including one year in a lead capacity. Additional professional experience in media activities may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Bilingual Certification: Bilingual proficiency is desired, but not required. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in Spanish to be eligible for bilingual pay. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidate possesses the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements of the position.
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONAll applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.
Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.
LiveScan: Candidates selected must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment.
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095. If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Alisa Samuel at 415-473-3706.
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERALBelow are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .
Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 8/26/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
