In order to be considered for this position, please apply on our company site at the following link:

https://denver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CCD-denver-denvergov-CSC_Jobs-Civil_service_jobs-Police_Jobs-Fire_Jobs/job/Denver/Marketing-and-Communications-Specialist--Denver-Human-Services_R0053508

This posting will accept applications until February 27, 2023. Please apply as soon as possible.

The City and County of Denver utilizes a hybrid model workplace that balances the responsibilities of public service with the benefits of a flexible work environment. Employees work where needed, at a city site and/or in the field at least three days a week, and telecommute remotely at a designated workplace within the State of Colorado the remaining days.

About Denver Human Services

Denver Human Services provides support to one in three Denver residents. We envision a healthy community where people are connected, supported, safe, and well. Our services include food, cash and medical benefits, child support and veteran services, child welfare and adult protection, work opportunities, connections to community resources, and much more. If you are committed to supporting the health and strength of the community and want to be a part of an engaged workplace, we’d love to work with you!

Diversity in the City

The City and County of Denver is committed to cultivating a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. This commitment is woven into our values and belief that we are strongest when we embrace and celebrate our differences. We aim to have employees who are as diverse as our residents, with different perspectives and unique ways of thinking. If you share these values and our enthusiasm for equity, we encourage you to apply to join our team.

About Marketing and Communications

The Marketing and Communications team informs and engages staff, customers and community partners. We support all areas of DHS to effectively tell the stories of our customers and staff, while inspiring narratives and engagement.

The marketing and communications specialist is a key member of the team, serving as a team leader in communications, marketing, and/or public relations work by managing, planning, developing, designing, coordinating, and monitoring a variety of marketing and communications campaigns for the department in alignment with DHS’ mission of partnering with the community to protect those in harm's way and help all people in need.

Additionally, the Marketing and Communications team serves as a creative thought partner, working closely with the Executive Management Team, Mayor’s Office, Internal Divisions, and other Citywide Communications teams.

About the Position

The marketing and communications specialist at Denver Human Services will have experience performing professional, specialist level communications, marketing, and/or public relations work by planning, developing, designing, coordinating, and monitoring a variety of promotional and informational campaigns.

The key components and responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Leads internal communications efforts to keep DHS staff informed and engaged
• Assists with and/or develops strategic marketing plans for the work area that includes marketing and media and communications tactics and ensures implementation of all campaign elements
• Develops, manages metrics reports and outcomes for strategic marketing plans
• Supports with management of content calendar and disseminates information across multiple DHS channels to expand brand visibility and reach
• Develops a web and social media presence and keeps abreast of current industry trends on a variety of platforms and tailors and promotes internal and external agency initiatives
• Implements marketing and promotional programs/campaigns/events including advertising strategies, timelines, collaboration with business/community partners, and researches and negotiates rates with vendors
• Develops the budget for marketing and/or public relations programs/campaigns and works with team to approve and monitor allocations and expenditures
• Provides assistance during crisis management and/or communications during emergency situations
• Provides management with updates and information regarding changes and new legislative issues as it pertains to the marketing and communications of programs and services
• Assists team on internal communications by acting as a conduit between management and internal audience, provides feedback from internal audience to managers, and supports with disseminating of newsletters, informational materials, and other related documents to facilitate communication
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with community and business organizations and other stakeholders and fosters collaborative relationships that benefit the organization
• Works with vendors for communications efforts and develops and manages contribution campaigns including messaging, branding, and creation of supporting materials
• Performs other related duties as assigned

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About You

Our ideal candidate has:

• Strong writing skills and familiarity with AP style
• Proficiency in another language is not required, but preferred
• An ability and experience establishing and maintaining relationships with agency leaders and stakeholders, community, and other government departments
• Experience developing and measuring marketing and communications projects for impact
• Direct experience leading projects from creation to implementation
• Strong relationship building skills, and an ability to provide inspiring marketing and communications counsel to other leaders and teams
• Experience supporting community, incorporating community voices, and experience supporting equity and inclusion through communications outreach
• An ability to co-manage crisis, conflict, and be responsive to national, state, or local emergencies
• Three (3) years of experience in the communications field (journalism, communications and/or public relations.) Two (2) years of experience at the type and level of functional and/or operational management

We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications or a related field
• Experience: Three (3) years of full performance, professional level experience performing marketing and/or public relations functions including research and analysis, developing public announcements and publications, and developing marketing and/or public relations strategies
• Education & Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of posthigh school education. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements

About Everything Else

Job Profile

CA2840 Marketing and Communications Specialist

To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.

Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$80,371.00 - $132,612.00

Starting Pay

Although our full pay range is included above, the budgeted hiring range for this position is $80,371 - $106,491 based on education and experience.

Agency

Denver Human Services

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,371.00 - $106,491.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Denver, CO 80204: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Marketing and/or Public Relations: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Denver, CO 80204

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