Communications Specialist

Town of Erie • Full-time • Erie, Colorado, United States • $63.04k - $82.58k / year • 1m ago

The Town of Erie is looking for a talented and innovative Communications Specialist to partner with our Planning & Development and Economic Development departments, supporting their communications and marketing needs. In this role, you will be a key player on the team, responding to media inquiries and connecting contacts with the appropriate spokesperson or subject matter expert. You will manage communications strategies establishing pro-active relationships with the media, the public, and Town staff fostering two-way engagement regarding the Planning & Development and Economic Development’s programs, projects, issues, and services.

Work Location: 645 Holbrook Street, Erie CO 80516

Posting Dates: 01/21/2025 - 02/10/2025

Anticipated Hiring Range : $63,035/year - $72,805/year

Full Salary Range: $63,035/year - $82,575/year

Content Creation

Manage the content of all marketing materials used to promote the assigned department including webpages, newsletters, print, social media, and other tools.
Communicates persuasively with internal and external customers and provides information on programs, services, and events in a visible and accurate manner.
Customize marketing materials to match the recognizable tone and accessible public voice used throughout Town communications.
Create proposals, presentations, and reports for the department; identify timelines, and report on the progress of assigned projects.

Collaboration & Strategy

Maintains connection and awareness of projects both within their assigned department and within the Communications & Community Engagement Department.
Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the fields of communication, public relations, public administration, and information services.
Fosters partnership and communication with stakeholders in their assigned department’s field including within other municipalities, county, state, and federal governments, school districts, media outlets, and service agencies.
Implements plans, strategies, and data measurements to ensure the successful implementation of the overall communications and marketing initiatives of the assigned department.
Serves as backup to other members of the Communications & Community Engagement Department as needed.
Develop networks and relationships with various media outlets to maximize positive public relations and communications.
Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
Three years of increasingly responsible experience in marketing, communications, public relations, government relations, and public outreach.

A combination of education and experience may be considered.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working in or with municipal or government agencies.
Experience coordinating with various departments to ensure consistent messaging.
Familiarity with graphic design tools such as Canva, InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
Familiarity with website content upkeep and best practices in digital communication.

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