Police Media Assistant- (PT-19 hours or less)

Job Summary

Assists Police Media Manager with communications to the public, media and other organizations. Produces and monitors communications for the department, including Community Relations Unit programs, Community Outreach Center programs, Animal Services program, traffic safety campaigns, press releases, reports and other general department communications.

Essential Functions

1. Works under direct supervision of the Police Media Manager.

2. Creates robust interactive communication that engages the community.

3. Coordinates and produces articles for publications, newsletters, reports and other documents.

4. Generates ideas for digital content including website and social media.

5. Develops and proposes story ideas for media and social content.

6. Creates content for digital signage in briefing room.

7. Reviews cases as needed for social media coverage or media pitches.

8. Ensures a unified message is conveyed from the Department.

9. Produces photo and video content as needed.

10. Regular and timely attendance are required for this position.

11. Interacts professionally and respectfully with the public, coworkers, and others in the course of daily work.

Required Skills

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Must be proficient with assorted technology and computer software, i.e. Microsoft office, iPads and scanning equipment. Proficient in the use of various social media (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc).
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Must be able to operate a camera.
• Knowledge of Associated Press (AP) Writing Style Guide preferred.
• Strong time management skills.
• Must be able to work independently on multiple projects with minimal supervision.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Prefer two years of college level course work in Journalism, Communications, Marketing or related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Must pass a Federal/National criminal background check and credit check. Must have a valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy.

Due to Criminal Justice Information Security (CJIS) requirements, the candidate must never have been convicted, put on court-ordered community supervision, or probation for any criminal offense above the grade of Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years from the date of the court order. Class A Misdemeanor Conviction, Deferred Adjudication, or Felony Conviction are permanent disqualifiers.

WORKING CONDITIONS

While performing the essential functions of this position the employee is rarely exposed to disagreeable environmental factors. Photo and video assignments may include exposure to animals and outdoor activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to perform light to medium work that involves walking or standing, use the computer keyboard and mouse, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear, stand, walk, and stoop, or crouch. This position requires occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. This job requires the ability to work in an office environment where the noise level is usually moderate.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the job requirements change.

Casual/Part-Time employees are scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week and are not eligible for City sponsored benefits. However, all legally mandated benefits will be extended to any part-time employee.