Communications & Marketing Coordinator
- Salary: STARTING SALARY RANGE: $60,320.00 to $63,356.80 (DOQ) FULL SALARY RANGE: $60,320.00 to $85,134.40 (DOQ) USD
- Community Relations or PR and Marketing
- Information Technology and Communication Services
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Job Description
The City of Weatherford is hiring for a Communications and Marketing Coordinator!
Under the direction of the Director of Communications and Marketing, this position will support the creation and implementation of communication and marketing initiatives designed to create and maintain effective communication and a favorable image for the City of Weatherford. Below is a summary of job roles and responsibilities:- Create, edit, and optimize communication and marketing material and messaging.
- Develop, implement, and manage social media outreach plan and content.
- Craft fact sheets, brochures, newsletters, articles for local newspapers, news releases, and other promotional materials including the City’s internal and external newsletters and the City’s annual report. Disseminate information to the general public and City Management.
- Maintain City website(s), including current news, documents, photos, links, and any updates and requests from all City Departments.
- Serve as the City’s Videographer/photographer. Create and edit video content for the City’s website, cable channel, and social media.
- Maintain relationships with other City departments and identify opportunities for collaboration on programs, events, and/or newsworthy or community enriching items.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Marketing, Communications, or a related field AND two (2) years of experience progressive experience creating news releases and marketing materials OR any combination of training and experience leading to the described level above. • Exceptional proficiency and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Canva products, including video-editing software. Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator a must. • General knowledge of municipal government and its functions preferred. • Must live within 30 minutes of the City limits for unforeseen emergency situations. • Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment. Driving record must meet or exceed guidelines set forth by the City.
Special Requirements
HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be submitted online from the Weatherford Employment section of our website, www.weatherfordtx.gov.
Miscellaneous Information
The City of Weatherford - Who we are: We are a strong, progressive community of over 38,000 citizens, enjoying our small town feel with our big city amenities like our mountain bike trails, disc golf, an all-inclusive park for kids, our lake, access to over nineteen parks, and our hike and bike trail system that is over twenty miles. We have a commitment and pride in our Strong Community philosophy, such as our college and animal shelter collaborating together, and our working with the local realtor and homeowners’ associations on our economic development projects. Everyone from our Sanitation Department to the Communications and Marketing Department are considered the rock stars in our community. Our City embraces our heritage along with a progressive future, with our monumental courthouse in the square, cutting horses, the annual Peach Festival, our amazing outdoor concerts, quality schools, a great medical center, an unsurpassed Fourth of July celebration, and many exciting family events. The biggest part of Weatherford is that we are growing, creating our future, and having fun doing it.
Job Details
Category Administration Status Open Salary STARTING SALARY RANGE: $60,320.00 to $63,356.80 (DOQ) FULL SALARY RANGE: $60,320.00 to $85,134.40 (DOQ) Posted November 8, 2024 4:50 PM Closing Open Until Filled
Tools
- Apply Online
- New Job Notifications
- Clerical Supplemental Application
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Weatherford
Show moreWeatherford Community
Weatherford is a historic town that is proud of its tradition and history. We are known for our community and family-oriented way of life, which is why Weatherford is one of the premier places to live and visit in North Texas.
In making decisions for one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas, the City of Weatherford prides itself in working toward a unified effort with citizens to prepare for the future. Weatherford is now a premier place to live in the North Texas area and the community has helped developed a vision to balance our strong history with progressive and economic vitality. That’s why our motto is “Building a Strong Community.”
Visitors and newcomers to Weatherford will enjoy our many treasures, including a shopping district that is full of antique, boutique and specialty stores, restaurants, and entertainment. Our old-time Farmers’ Market, Chandor Gardens, First Monday Trades Days, and numerous Victorian-era homes bring visitors to our city to share in our desire to maintain our heritage as we grow toward the future. Weatherford is also becoming a destination place for many visitors because of our large-scale events. Our signature events include Spark in the Park and Holiday in the Park attracting over 30,000 people each year.
Additionally, Weatherford’s location next to the Interstate 20 corridor has attracted retail and restaurant chains for residents and visitors to enjoy. It is anticipated that Weatherford will be welcoming many more new businesses to the area within the next five years; many of which will be major developments for Parker County’s economic development vitality.
Our Growth & Future Development
Over the course of four years, the City of Weatherford has seen a population growth of over 8,000 people and we expect to double this growth number. Sitting at a current population count of 38,722, the City’s growth is attributed to our proximity to the Metroplex. The City’s major commercial and industrial employers find Weatherford attractive because we offer convenient access to the region’s major transportation and shipping infrastructure, an advantage few cities within the area can offer.
They say everything’s bigger in Texas. So, we offer unusually big opportunities for companies looking to relocate or expand. A business location here means access to a booming economy with world-class business climate, infrastructure, logistics, and workforce. There is a sense of history here, and a future that’s unlimited.
Our Mission, Vision & Goals
The City works with its citizens to “Build A Strong Community” that others can look to as a pillar of unity and excellence. Through large-scale construction and transportation plans that continue to add to the infrastructure a growing city like Weatherford needs, we’ll provide the public services our community requires to continually cultivate the unique small-town city we call home.
The City of Weather is and continues to strive to be the most livable and best managed city. We take care of our citizens, continually work to improve our neighborhoods and infrastructures as well as, the facets that make us so unique.
What we offer to our Employees:
Healthcare coverage – The City offers two plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Retirement System – A 2:1 matching ratio through TMRS.
Vacation – Employees will accrue 4 weeks of paid time off (Two weeks are automatically credited to the employee’s bank after successful completion of their introductory period, usually 6 months).
Holidays – Immediately available upon hire, employees will receive paid holidays off, a service date holiday and a floating holiday.
Gym reimbursement – up to $40 a month for any gym membership or active lifestyle subscription.
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