Summary
Description
Join our dynamic team as a Communication Specialist II in Commerce City, where you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact in a community recently ranked the 8th best City in Colorado! In this role, you will develop innovative marketing and public relations strategies, create captivating digital and print materials, and promote exciting City Department programs and events. If you have a knack for photography and thrive on social media engagement, this is the perfect chance to showcase your talents while fostering public awareness and participation in our vibrant community. Be a part of our mission to connect with residents and highlight the best of what Commerce City has to offer!
Please submit a current or previous portfolio piece in lieu of a cover letter.
We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package: Health & wellness benefits, 6% retirement contribution match and 3% 457 Deferred Compensation match, general leave, work/life balance, and more.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our success, and we are committed to creating a supportive and welcoming work environment for all of our employees. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply for this position today. Be A Part Of It and contribute to the vibrant growth and development of Commerce City as we strive to provide exceptional services and foster a thriving community.
Please review the full job description here!
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications, marketing or closely related field plus two years of related public relations, communications and/or marketing experience. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered. Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license with a good driving record.
Commerce City is an equal-opportunity employer.
Process Overview
Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online application AND INCLUDE A RESUME AND current or previous portfolio piece in lieu of a cover letter, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Qualification Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.
Application Review: Applications for candidates that meet minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the hiring manager, who will review and evaluate application materials.
Interview(s): We aim to schedule interviews with candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and pass the application review.
Note: If we do not receive a sufficient number of qualified applicants, we will extend the application deadline without notice.
Paid Time-off Benefits
- Holidays: 12 paid holidays each year with the addition of an 8-hour Floating Holiday (in addition to the Floating Holiday that can be earned by participating in the Wellness Program).
- General Leave: Employees receive a General Leave bank when they’re hired, prorated based on their start date. General leave can be used for vacation, sick time, personal needs, caregiving, school activities, holidays not observed by the City, and other approved reasons in line with Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
- Other Paid Time Off: Jury Duty, Injury Leave, and Military Leave are also available to employees.
Additional Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We provide a confidential Employee Assistance Program to help support you and your family on any issue of concern. Eight private counseling sessions are available on a range of needs including, but not limited to marital issues, parenting concerns, grief counseling, supervisor issues, and drug and alcohol abuse.
- Tuition Reimbursement: The City provides a tuition reimbursement program that reimburses qualified educational expenses.
- Eligibility for Pay Increases: Employees are eligible for a pay increase during their annual appraisal following a successful evaluation. Pay increases do not come at the time of the six-month introductory evaluation.
- Personal Computer Employee Purchase Program: To encourage the development of employee computer skills, the City offers an interest-free loan to you for the purchase of computer hardware (including a Desktop or Laptop) and software. The employee must have successfully completed their 6-month Introductory Period for eligibility.
- Recreation Center Membership: Employees and family members are eligible for a membership to the Commerce City Recreation Center for $5.00 per person per year.
- Golf Course Green Fees: Employees can play the City's award-winning Buffalo Run Golf Course at a rate of $9.00 for 9-holes or $18.00 for 18-holes. Employees can also purchase golf merchandise at discounted prices.
