Distinguishing Features of the Class
Under the direct supervision of an assigned manager, performs responsible work as assigned. Responsibilities include assisting in coordinating video productions for television programs; computer programming for city cable channel; preparing and disseminating information on departmental and city-wide sponsored services and activities in order to develop and maintain public awareness and understanding of departmental and city programs; and perform related work as required.
Acceptable Experience And Training
- Minimum education and experience requirements for compensation in MEA Range 20:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Information/Relations, Marketing, Journalism or closely related field; and
- One(1) year experience with professional television, communications or public information, marketing/promotions or closely related field which includes related computer application experience; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.
- Minimum education and experience requirements for compensation in MEA Range 24:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Information/Relations, Marketing, Journalism or closely related field; and
- Three(3) years experience with professional television, communications or public information, marketing/promotions or closely related field which includes related computer application experience; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.
NOTE: Transcripts verifying degree conferred or copies of certifications need to be submitted to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department to receive credit. Please send electronically to humanresources@dmgov.org , by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317 by the application deadline .
Required Special Qualifications
- Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer physical examination, drug screen and background check.
- Possession a valid Iowa driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
- Ability to successfully complete a background investigation.
Examples Of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)
- Gather information to compose and disseminate marketing and communications content.
- Develops and maintains integrated content strategy.
- Coordinate and schedule video productions for city programs and special events.
- Consult with and provide assistance to appropriate departmental personnel in the preparation and dissemination of city-wide advertising, marketing and promotional materials which are designed to increase participation and/or attendance at public facilities and city-sponsored activities.
- Creates and edits original content for websites, newsletters, news releases, blogs, articles, social media, video and advertising and marketing materials.
- Gather information by interviewing others and/or receiving rough drafts from others to write and/or edit articles for city newsletters, video bulletin board announcements and informational brochures.
- Edit and type speeches from rough draft.
- Assist in maintaining and improving the television production equipment and computers.
- Observe communication operations and procedures and annually submit written recommendations for operational enhancement and/or modification.
- Organize and maintain video and photographic library, taking photographs in the field and/or making arrangements with others with the required expertise.
- Collect photographic materials and maintain a departmental photographic library for use in preparing printed materials.
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Closing Date/Time: 1/15/2025 4:00 PM Central
