Marketing and Communications Specialist | Denver Clerk and Recorder
About The Position
The Marketing and Communications Specialist serves as a lead creative strategist and key storyteller for the Denver Clerk and Recorder (DCR), shaping how residents understand elections, public records, marriage licensing, trustee services, and other civic functions. The role is part of DCR’s Communications and Community Engagement Unit, reports to the Communications and Community Engagement Manager, and currently has no direct reports. The position leads social media strategy and content execution, develops visual storytelling and marketing materials, supports public and media relations, and collaborates with agency leadership and operational units on internal and public-facing communications. The work is expected to uphold Denver’s brand and accessibility standards and reflect equity, clarity, and community-centered design. The position follows a hybrid schedule with at least three onsite days per week at the Denver Clerk and Recorder Offices; remote work must be performed within Colorado.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field, which may include Journalism or Public Relations; one year of appropriate experience may substitute for each required year of post-high-school education.
- Four years of full-performance, professional-level experience performing marketing and/or public relations functions, including research and analysis, developing public announcements and publications, and developing marketing and/or public relations strategies.
- Valid driver’s license at the time of application.
- Experience with social media strategy and execution, including content planning, platform-specific assets, engagement data analysis, and adapting to digital trends.
- Strong graphic design skills and ability to create polished, accessible visuals, including infographics and video snippets.
- Clear, confident writing skills for newsletters, press releases, talking points, and multimedia messaging tailored to diverse audiences.
- Ability to collaborate, contribute ideas, support teammates, share constructive feedback, and deliver communications across an agency.
- Comfort working directly with media, supporting message development, and helping shape the agency’s public voice in proactive and fast-moving situations.
- Ability to work effectively with an independently elected, highly visible public official and maintain a high level of professional integrity.
- Commitment to equity, accessibility, and community-centered design.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual skills are highly preferred.
- Fluency with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro), or similar creative platforms.
- Interest in experimenting with new technologies and formats.
Responsibilities
- Lead the strategy, design, and execution of social media content across agency platforms, ensuring accuracy, engagement, accessibility, and alignment with DCR’s brand.
- Develop and manage visual storytelling initiatives, including graphics, infographics, brand visuals, short-form video, and other creative content explaining civic topics.
- Draft press releases, media statements, talking points, and proactive story pitches as a primary public relations partner for the agency.
- Collaborate with leadership to create agency newsletters, internal communications, and major public-facing announcements.
- Support and sometimes lead media relations by responding to inquiries, preparing briefing materials, coordinating interviews, and maintaining relationships with reporters and community partners.
- Assist with or manage crisis and emergency communications by developing responsive messaging, supporting media coordination, and providing timely, accurate public updates.
- Develop and refine digital, print, and community-based marketing collateral to increase awareness of DCR programs and civic engagement opportunities.
- Partner with Elections, Recording, and Public Trustee units on initiatives, campaigns, and community outreach through consistent, strategic communications.
- Uphold Denver’s brand and accessibility standards and ensure materials reflect equity, clarity, and community-centered design.
Benefits
- Guaranteed lifelong monthly pension after vesting following five years of service.
- 457B Retirement Plan.
- 140 hours of PTO earned within the first year.
- 11 paid holidays, one personal holiday, and one volunteer day per year.
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective within one month of the start date.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
