COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
City of Edinburg in Edinburg, TX is actively seeking a dedicated dynamic Communications Specialist to manage the City's public information and digital presence. This position is responsible for creating, posting, and monitoring engaging content across multiple social media platforms-including Facebook, Instagram, and X-to keep the public informed of city activities, calendar events, and service interruptions. Beyond digital content creation, the role involves visiting city project sites, taking photos, and drafting press releases. Additionally, the communications specialist will field media and public inquiries, manage the department phone line, and conduct research to develop speeches and talking points for leadership. Are you seeking engaging work? Do you wish to advance your career as a Communication Specialist? Does working for a rapidly growing city sound appealing to you? If so, please continue reading!
The Communications Specialist position earns competitive pay of $ 18.95/hr. We provide great benefits and perks, including paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), life & ADD insurance, a retirement plan with a 7% employee contribution and a city match of 2 to 1, 100%-paid medical and 100%-paid dental with optional dependent coverage, workers compensation, and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Additionally, we offer our employees an employee assistance program (EAP), a healthy lifestyle program, and access to Active Edinburg fitness centers. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply to join our team today!
ABOUT CITY OF EDINBURG
Edinburg is the fastest growing city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a 23% growth rate since 2010, and is among the top five fastest-growing cities in the state. It has been recognized as an all-American city three times by the National Civic League, placing it among a handful of outstanding communities in the nation. Our wonderful city has exceptional entertainment, arts & culture, recreation, and education, which makes it a great place to work.
Our employees share our dedication to the city, which is why we like to show them our appreciation for their commitment. We do this by providing competitive compensation, exceptional PTO opportunities, and other great benefits to help them lead healthy, productive lives. We care about people, and that includes both our residents and employees!
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
As a Communications Specialist, you spend your day using a comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgement and decision-making abilities appropriate to the work environment of the organization. On a daily basis you will use your customer service and public relations skills. Your work will require knowledge of English language usage and the terminology used by various news media, and accepted practices of news gathering, writing, and reporting. Must have strong writing skills, ability to compose written material and disseminate public relations information for release to the media. You are constantly on your toes and ready for any new and unexpected challenges that may arise in the city. You enjoy being helpful and have no problem providing assistance, and support to other divisions within the department as needed. The city needs someone like you with public skills in public relations, video and phone camera, social media tools, and you find genuine enjoyment in what you do!
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
- Required Education: Associate's degree.
- Education Preference: Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication or related fields.
- Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.
- Required Work Experience: Experience in communications/marketing field.
- Experience Preference: Two (2) years' experience in related field.
- Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred.
- Must have a current valid class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety with a satisfactory driving record.
- General office and safety equipment/materials to include but not limited to the following:
- Personal Computer/Telephone
- Printer/Scanner/Copier
- Video Camera/ Photo Camera
- Social Media Tools
Are you someone who prefers hands on work? Do you have excellent oral and written communication skills? Are you attentive to detail? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? Is dependability one of your strengths? If yes, you might just be perfect for this Communications Specialist job!
READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If you feel that you have the right skills in media production equipment and social media to succeed as our Media Production Coordinator, apply now using our mobile-friendly application.
Location: 78541
