About the Opportunity
THE POSITION
The Marketing & Communications Coordinator is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing strategic communication, outreach, and recruitment initiatives for the Probation Department. This position oversees the department’s social media platforms, creates engaging content, and ensures consistent, accurate, and timely messaging across all communication channels. The coordinator also leads community outreach efforts by organizing events, building partnerships, and representing the department at public engagements. This role supports and enhances recruitment campaigns aimed at attracting qualified candidates to careers in public safety, with a focus on increasing awareness and reaching diverse audiences. The position supervises and trains staff involved in communications and outreach activities, ensuring work is aligned with department goals and standards. The position serves as a key liaison between the department and the community, helping to build positive relationships and promote transparency and public engagement. Through all communications, the Marketing & Communications Coordinator ensures that messaging aligns with the department’s mission, values, and commitment to public safety and rehabilitation.
To learn more about the Probation Department, visit https://www.stancounty.com/probation/
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: May 18, 2026, by 5:00 PM
Oral Examination: Tentatively the week of June 01, 2026
Typical Tasks
- Develop, implement, and manage the department’s social media strategy across multiple platforms;
- Supervise and guide staff assigned to the social media and communications team;
- Create and review content including graphics, videos, written posts, and promotional materials;
- Coordinate recruitment campaigns to support hiring efforts for sworn and non-sworn positions;
- Plan, organize, and attend community outreach events, job fairs, and recruitment initiatives;
- Collaborate with internal divisions and county departments to ensure consistent messaging;
- Monitor social media engagement, trends, and analytics to improve outreach effectiveness;
- Ensure all communications comply with County policies, legal standards, and public information guidelines;
- Respond to public inquiries and assist in managing the department’s public image;
- Assist in managing the content of the department’s website ensuring alignment with department guidelines, accuracy, quality and ADA compliance by coordinating the resources of various departments;
- Assist with branding, messaging, and strategic communication planning;
- Assist with preparation of department outcome reports; and
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)
KNOWLEDGE
- Principles and practices of public relations, marketing, and communications;
- Social media platforms, trends, and engagement strategies;
- Content creation tools, including graphic design and video editing software;
- Recruitment strategies and workforce outreach methods;
- Basic principles of law enforcement/probation operations and public safety messaging; and
- Applicable laws, regulations, and policies related to public information and government communications.
SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences;
- Ability to develop creative, engaging, and professional content;
- Effectively function under multiple deadlines;
- Interpret, explain and apply federal, state, local and department policies, procedures, laws, rules and regulations;
- Leadership and supervisory skills to effectively manage a team;
- Organizational skills to coordinate multiple projects, events, and deadlines;
- Analytical skills to interpret engagement data and adjust strategies accordingly;
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with staff, partner agencies, and the public;
- Exercise sound judgment and professionalism in a public-facing role; and
- Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.
We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
PATTERN I
- Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration, Communications, Marketing or Public Relations, or closely related field from an accredited college/university; AND
- One (1) year of progressively responsible, journey-level experience in public relations, marketing, communications or related fields.
PATTERN II
- Completion of sixty (60) college semester units in Public or Business Administration, Communications, Marketing or Public Relations, or closely related field from an accredited college/university; AND
- Three (3) years of progressively responsible, journey-level experience in public relations, marketing, communications or related fields.
Progressively responsible experience in a related area may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Proof of education is required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call (209) 525-5460 to make other arrangements by application deadline. Failure to submit proof will result in disqualification.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to pass a thorough background investigation, including fingerprinting.
NOTE: No felony convictions. Must be of good moral character and must not have been convicted of a crime for which the punishment could have been imprisonment in a Federal penitentiary or State prison.
Application and Selection Procedures
APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.
- Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
- Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position.
- Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
- Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months but may be extended up to eighteen months.
CLASSIFICATION INFORMATION Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Mid-Management/Supervisory bargaining unit for labor relations purposes. The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab. Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding).
RECRUITMENT ACCOMMODATIONS Arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities and religious convictions. Applicants requiring testing accommodations are required to complete and submit the Testing Accommodations Request Form prior to the test administration date. Special arrangements for religious convictions should be included in the "Additional Information" section of the application form.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Pass County-paid pre-employment job-related background investigation.
- Perform job duties in a manner assuring a safe working environment for oneself and others.
- Maintain confidential information according to the legal standards and/or County regulations as required.
- Some positions may be required to possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License and meet County insurability requirements.
APPLICATION AND/OR EXAMINATION APPEAL RIGHTS Application and/or examination results may be appealed by applicants presenting facts alleging irregularity, fraud and/or error in application screening or in exam scoring. Appeals must be in writing and submitted to the Chief Executive Officer within seven (7) days after the examination results are emailed.
DISCLAIMER Stanislaus County reserves the right to revise the examination plan described in this flyer to better meet the needs of County service. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The information contained in the bulletin is information which sets forth a general summary of benefits for this respective position. This information is not legally binding. The benefits and other information regarding this position may be found in the Stanislaus County Code, the Stanislaus County Personnel Policies manual, or in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding(s), and such information prevails over information contained in this flyer. Questions regarding this bulletin may be directed to the Stanislaus County Chief Executive Office/Human Relations.
Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary.
Closing Date/Time: 5/18/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
