Digital Communications Editor

Digital Communications Editor-Utilities Communications Group

Job ID 29735

Apply online at the Orange County Government Career Site at the below link

http://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/JobOpenings.aspx

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community.

Orange County Utilities provides water resources and solid waste recovery services to protect and enrich the lives of the citizens and guests of Orange County Florida.

The Orange County Utilities Communications Group is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Digital Communications Editor . This position creates digital communication materials and campaigns for the Utilities Department and may have the ability to perform some work remotely with a hybrid work schedule.

Work is performed with independent judgment and self-initiative under the general supervision of the Utilities Supervisor, and performance is evaluated on accuracy, efficiency, and achievement of desired results.

Representative Duties

• Create web-based content for Orange County’s intranet and public facing websites, while ensuring compliance with

Section 508 federal ADA guidelines

• Act as the Utilities Department liaison with Information Systems and Services and the Office of Communications on

Orange County’s public facing website

• Create employee newsletters, meeting all editorial processes and deadlines
• Provide communications assistance, such as researching, writing, and coordinating graphics, photography, and videography
• Assist in developing marketing and community outreach campaign materials (videos, posters, displays, presentations, etc.) to support organizational objectives
• Support content-rich branded initiatives through images/videos across Orange County’s social media platforms and maintain best practices while doing so
• Assist with monitoring and responding to department-related inquiries and messages on social media platforms
• Compile social media analytics to evaluate campaign effectiveness
• Work in a team environment and cross-functionally with various government departments
• Perform copy editing and proofreading tasks
• Participate in emergency activities and responses
• Perform other related work as required

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or a closely related field and four years of professional experience in content management solutions, social media, public relations, journalism, writing, or other closely related field; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Notes

Hours per week: 40

Working Hours: Monday – Friday / 8:00am – 5:00pm / May need to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed online application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide the detailed and relevant work experience, which would qualify them for the position. Please enter all periods of employment, including your current position, duties, hours worked and educational background. Failure to provide complete information will result in your application being disqualified.

The selected applicant will be required to submit to a pre-employment physical, drug test, and a background investigation screening process prior to the start of employment.

Application Deadline

Posting Date: 7/7/2022

Closing Date: 7/28/2022

(Posting is subject to close without prior notice)

Salary

$24.75 - $40.09 / Hourly

Salary based on qualifications

Address

Orange County Utilities

Communications Group

9150 Curry Ford Road

Orlando, FL 32825

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the close date of the posting. Please submit a cover letter and copies of documents, not originals, to Orange County Human Resources Division, PO Box 1393, Orlando, FL 32801-1393 or fax to (407)
836-0098 (only Veterans' Preference documentation will be accepted by fax). Your cover letter should include the position posting number you are applying for, the title of the position and the last 4 digits of your social security number.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation
(CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service
(NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.75 - $40.09 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location

Salary : $25 - $40