Communications Department - Administrative Support

: JOB Job Summary: This position performs complex professional administrative work within the Communications Department, under the direction of the Communications Director. The individual in this role will provide general administrative support while contributing to the creation, design, and implementation of various communication projects. This position ensures effective internal and external communication for the Town of Surfside, supporting the department's multimedia initiatives and enhancing overall communication efforts. The preferred candidate must be able to: Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling, answering phone calls, handling emails, mailing, and maintaining filing systems to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.Respond to inquiries from the public, businesses, and community members, ensuring that all requests are handled appropriately and in a timely manner.Assist with tracking and processing departmental expenditures, including credit card logs, check requests, and purchase orders, to ensure accurate financial documentation and timely payment.Support in creating multimedia content including graphic design, photos, and videos for Town publications, social media, and other communication platforms, including Adobe Creative Cloud and Canva.Assist in the layout and design of the monthly Town Gazette, ensuring it aligns with the department's objectives. Collaborate with other departments to ensure the publication covers relevant Town initiatives and news.Support the creation, scheduling, and monitoring of Town social media content (NextDoor, lnstagram, etc.), e-blasts via MailChimp, and updates to the Town website.Work closely with the Communications Director to ensure all projects and communications are executed efficiently. Assist in developing internal and external communications strategies.Draft reports, articles, and promotional materials. Ensure accuracy and alignment with the Town's messaging.Perform additional duties as assigned to support department operations and special projects.(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related marginal duties as required.) EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or the functional equivalent, with major course work in Public Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or related areas. Some experience in administrative support, with a focus on multimedia communications, design, or a similar field, or any acceptable related combination of relevant education, training and experience. Preference for candidates with experience in municipal communications or a related field. (A comparable amount of training, education or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)Open until filled.Starting Salary: $ 50,000.00 or DOQ/DOESend Application to: Human Resources Department9293 Harding AvenueSurfside, FL 33154 Phone: (305) 861-4863You may e-mail your resume to [email protected] Town of Surfside is an Equal Opportunity / Drug Free Workplace Employer. Veterans' preference will be awarded under applicable Florida Law. All resumes are subject to Florida Public Records Laws.APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT (townofsurfsidefl.gov)