Communications Coordinator

City of Chattanooga • Chattanooga, TN

2d • $56,187 - $67,880 • Onsite

About The Position

This position will manage social media channels and digital assets, create content, help facilitate public engagement, and assist in staffing for public events. The Communications Coordinator is responsible for helping implement the city’s communications strategy through digital media outreach. The Communications Coordinator is also responsible for implementing communication strategies, including media/press and stakeholder outreach, pitching long-lead press and marketing opportunities, digital media, event planning, video and photography editing, marketing, and other tactics and activities, as necessary. The Communications Coordinator is a stand-alone position. This is an Appointed Position When Working in the Executive Branch.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and one (1)+ years of experience in the use and application of digital media, graphic design, and video and photography production; or any combination of equivalent experience and education.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Demonstrated ability to execute projects while balancing multiple and competing priorities on tight deadlines, all while providing continual attention to detail and quality.
• Digital media experience and capabilities, with a proven ability to communicate effectively on social media to diverse (and often polarized) audiences.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred experience in video/photo production and editing, storytelling, social media, public speaking, and assisting with the Chattanooga National Park City initiative.
• Proficient graphic design skills and presentation production are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work to help develop and implement a clear social media and digital communications strategy.
• Develop departmental collateral and digital content that effectively engages local residents, including creating graphics, drafting copy, managing social media channels and content calendars, producing video and photography, and reporting on platform analytics.
• Draft communications deliverables and content for the designated department, including creating and editing social media posts, newsletters, constituent communications, and website copy.
• Support staff projects such as drafting documents, project plans, spreadsheets, data entry, and helping organize events.
• Engage a diverse and inclusive range of community voices to help build durable coalitions to advance the department’s agenda.
• Must meet regular attendance requirements.
• Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers, and citizens.
• Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Attend or staff Mayoral public appearances to capture photo and video content as needed.
• Work with city departments to ensure their digital communications needs are met.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Robust pay scales that reflect our commitment to our staff.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling where possible.
• Exceptional Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs designed for you and your family that deliver savings to you beyond your paycheck, featuring a centralized health clinic and pharmacy for all City employees.
• Growth: A focus on professional development and upward mobility within the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level