City of San Antonio
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Communications Administrator
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City of San Antonio
This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.
Job Summary Under administrative direction, coordinates the activities of the division within the department, to include monitoring division's budget, management of staff, and the coordination of all department communication to be consistent with Citywide policies. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.
Work Location 115 Plaza De Armas, San Antonio, TX 78205
Work Hours 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Essential Job Functions
Works with leadership to develop key communications strategy.
Manages content strategy and development for external communications such as community-focused newsletter, social media strategy, and other materials.
Identifies key communication themes and messages to reinforce initiatives, values, and culture.
Oversees department and community outreach initiatives and events.
Develops, prepares, and participates in community events through presentations, seminars, and open houses.
Represents the division/department before various boards, committees, and community groups.
Oversees internal communications including newsletters, internal messages, and branding.
Prepares written reports, summaries, and presentations for internal and external communication.
Develops communication strategies and messaging for department senior leadership.
Coordinates across divisions to develop content and narratives highlighting the key work of the department.
Travels to different locations to participate in community events and outreach programs.
Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, evaluates, counsels, and if necessary, disciplines personnel according to established COSA policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
Six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience in marketing, communications, or a related field to include two (2) years of supervisory or lead experience
Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License
Applicant Information
Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of marketing methods and practices
Knowledge of marketing tools, applications, and programs
Knowledge of computer software and hardware applications
Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management
Skill in web design and content production
Skill in copywriting and editing
Ability to evaluate emerging trends and marketing strategies
Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic computer equipment
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate new programs
Ability to supervise, evaluate, and monitor performance in accordance with City policies and procedures
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public
Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations
Ability to work primarily in an office environment
Benefits Information The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.
For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp
Notes
Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.
Additional Information The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.
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Communications Administrator
role at
City of San Antonio
This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.
Job Summary Under administrative direction, coordinates the activities of the division within the department, to include monitoring division's budget, management of staff, and the coordination of all department communication to be consistent with Citywide policies. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.
Work Location 115 Plaza De Armas, San Antonio, TX 78205
Work Hours 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Essential Job Functions
Works with leadership to develop key communications strategy.
Manages content strategy and development for external communications such as community-focused newsletter, social media strategy, and other materials.
Identifies key communication themes and messages to reinforce initiatives, values, and culture.
Oversees department and community outreach initiatives and events.
Develops, prepares, and participates in community events through presentations, seminars, and open houses.
Represents the division/department before various boards, committees, and community groups.
Oversees internal communications including newsletters, internal messages, and branding.
Prepares written reports, summaries, and presentations for internal and external communication.
Develops communication strategies and messaging for department senior leadership.
Coordinates across divisions to develop content and narratives highlighting the key work of the department.
Travels to different locations to participate in community events and outreach programs.
Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, evaluates, counsels, and if necessary, disciplines personnel according to established COSA policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
Six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience in marketing, communications, or a related field to include two (2) years of supervisory or lead experience
Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License
Applicant Information
Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of marketing methods and practices
Knowledge of marketing tools, applications, and programs
Knowledge of computer software and hardware applications
Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management
Skill in web design and content production
Skill in copywriting and editing
Ability to evaluate emerging trends and marketing strategies
Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic computer equipment
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate new programs
Ability to supervise, evaluate, and monitor performance in accordance with City policies and procedures
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public
Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations
Ability to work primarily in an office environment
Benefits Information The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.
For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp
Notes
Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.
Additional Information The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.
Required Questions
I acknowledge.
Note: This description has been refined to remove formatting inconsistencies while preserving the original content and intent.
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