Senior/ Technical Assistant Community Development –Communication
About The Position
Under general supervision, the Technical Assistant provides administrative and project coordination support to ensure timely and effective communications operations for the Community Development Department. This role's primary focus is support for content creation, media production, website management, and graphic design initiatives across digital and print platforms. A Senior Technical Assistant would include all the duties listed above and demonstrate advanced proficiency in multi-media programs. Will act as a project lead on most of the communications efforts, programs, and projects for the Community Development Department. The level of this position will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Suites
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with staff, community members, and stakeholders.
- Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to fast-paced environment.
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva), photography and editing, videography and editing, web design, social media platforms.
- Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field is desirable.
- Previous experience in communications, journalism, graphic design, or related fields is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the creation, editing, and distribution of reports, web design, magazine articles, press releases, and other written and multi-media communications.
- Support media production through content development, fact-checking, and coordinating with contributors.
- Assist with graphic design tasks for marketing materials, digital content, and print publications.
- Assist with building and maintaining webpages and websites.
- Coordinate schedules, meetings, and events related to communications projects.
- Maintain filing system for department documents.
- Update paperwork, maintain documents, and word processing.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Serve as a project lead on all communications-related tasks, programs, and projects for the department.
- Lead meetings and/or train staff on new department programs, as necessary.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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