Staff Services Technician-Marketing

About the Opportunity

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The department is seeking a team oriented professional with strong communication and technical skills to apply for the position of Staff Services Technician. Strong attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines and excellent critical thinking skills are imperative for this position. The Staff Services Technician reports directly to the Department Head.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under general supervision, the Marketing and Outreach Coordinator will be responsible to serve as the Department's liaison for all marketing and communication related activities and projects. Marketing responsibilities include developing and implementing marketing strategies to promote services to customers, stakeholders, and potential funders, managing all promotional materials, signage and branding requirements and oversight, and preparing marketing reports. The incumbent is expected to work independently and with others, exercise sound judgment, and exhibit initiative and good decision-making ability. This position is required to work evenings and weekends on occasion for adoption and outreach events.

Part-time extra-help is a provisional classification where permanent status may not be obtained. This position is subject to overtime, standby, shift, and callback assignments and will perform related duties as assigned. This position is non-benefited except for participation in a 401a program with Nationwide. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding).

The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab.

Typical Tasks

• Develop outreach, marketing campaigns, and promotion plans for department services and program;
• Post, update, manage, monitor, and maintain content on the organization’s Web site and social media platforms creating engaging and meaningful content;
• Monitor and manage brand image and reputation;
• Write media communications to promote programs and services;
• Establish or maintain cooperative relationships with representatives of the community;
• Confer with department leadership to identify trends or key group interests;
• Prepare or edit organizational publications, such as annual reports for internal or external audiences;
• Develop plans or materials to communicate organizational activities that are beneficial to the department programs and customers;
• Confer with partners, vendors, or support personnel to produce or coordinate production of advertisements or promotions;
• Lead and assist staff and volunteers on being prepared to do outside presentations;
• Prepare or deliver presentations to further outreach objectives;
• Coordinate the purchase of advertising space or time as required to promote outreach;
• Prepare data and research reports;
• Analyze industry and customer trends;
• Conduct surveys in organizations;
• Gather organizational performance information;
• Discuss business strategies, practices,or policies with department leadership;
• Develop business or market strategies;
• Outreach Materials, Letters and Memos;
• Coordinate Adoption and Promotion Events;
• Conduct informational tours, educational tours for interested groups visiting the facility;
• Conduct animal adoption interviews with potential adopters; and
• Operate small trucks and stock trailers used in transporting animals, equipment and supplies.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Supervise staff conducting technical assistance;
• Work independently, under general supervision;
• Interpret and prepare statistical reports;
• Communicate effectively;
• Speak and write in a clear, concise manner;
• Effectively manage time and prioritize work tasks around strict timelines and deadlines;
• Develop and maintain record-keeping systems and electronic databases;
• Prepare recommendations for Departmental and County review;
• Sit at a desk for extended amounts of time;
• Lift, bend, stoop and reach overhead; and
• Push, pull, squat, twist and turn.

KNOWLEDGE

• Modern office practices/record-keeping;
• Statistical record keeping and reporting concepts, methods and techniques;
• Data processing relating to budget control or payroll;
• Principles and techniques of employee supervision; and
• Spelling, grammar, and elements of proper writing procedures.

We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications.

PATTERN I

• Completion of thirty (30) college semester units in Public or Business Administration or related area.

PATTEN II

• Two years performing highly complex clerical duties with lead-worker, programmatically or accounting responsibilities.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening process will focus on the following highly desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "Duties" section of the online application:

• Six (6) months experience using graphics or photo imaging software; OR
• Six (6) months experience using presentation software; OR
• Six (6) months experience using process mapping and design software; OR
• Six (6) months experience using video conferencing software; OR
• Six (6) months experience with video creation and editing software; OR
• Six (6) months experience using word processing software; OR
• Current Contract Employee for Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office performing duties as described in the typical tasks.

Application and Selection Procedures

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE
Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.

EXAMINATION PROCESS
Most County recruitments consist of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position.
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: March 21, 2025
Oral Examination: Tentatively scheduled for the week of April 7, 2025

Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation.

Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions.

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Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627.

Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary .

Closing Date/Time: 3/17/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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• Stanislaus County

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