Communications Specialist (Grade 15)

City of Huntsville • Al 35801, AL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Huntsville's Communication department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our Communications Specialist position. This is technical and administrative work in the implementation and coordination for the City of Huntsville's marketing and communication efforts. Develops and supports the City's messaging, branding, and strategic initiatives across multiple platforms, including but not limited to website design and content, newsletters and print materials, social media, vlogs, blogs, photography, invitations, online town forums, mobile applications, presentations and HSV TV. The Communication department is responsible for developing and marketing information to the public and media about City services, projects, programs, and initiatives. Communication manages the City of Huntsville government channel, digital newsletters, media relations, City websites, text alert notifications, social media channels, video production, marketing, and branding.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Digital Media, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Broadcasting, or related field.
• At least three years’ experience in digital media, website development, television programming, broadcast journalism, public relations or business-related field.
• Internships may be considered as experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develops and supports the City's messaging, branding, and strategic initiatives across multiple platforms.
• Manages the City of Huntsville government channel, digital newsletters, media relations, City websites, text alert notifications, social media channels, video production, marketing, and branding.

What This Job Offers

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