Part Time Communication Specialist

Job Summary

The City of Bartow Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department, in conjunction with the City’s Communications Director, provides innovative and creative communication solutions to promote the department’s programs, services and initiatives in a manner that fosters an informed and engaged community. This is accomplished by utilizing traditional media, social media, print publications, web and video to inform, engage and inspire residents, businesses, staff and visitors, while supporting the overarching communications goals of the City.

Under the direction of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts, with guidance from the Communications Director, the Parks & Recreation Communications Intern will assist in this mission.

• Create content with an emphasis on video production for the promotion of Parks & Recreation and Golf Course services and programs via the City website, social media and other digital outlets.
• Assist with the maintenance of the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts pages on the City’s website to ensure that information is current, accessible and easily navigated.
• Contribute photographs for use on the City’s website, social media or promotional publications.
• Assist with the design and printing (or coordination thereof) of promotional materials to include flyers, posters, newsletters, and giveaways.
• Assist in other marketing and public relations efforts for the Department or the City as a whole as assigned.
• Understand and implement key points of social media goals.
• Possess platform knowledge, strategy development, content creation, analytics, community building, brand awareness, engagement, and ethical practices.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

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• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with all social media platforms.

• Familiarity with social media, especially Facebook and Instagram.
• Experience with video and photo editing.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• High School Diploma or GED, preferably supplemented by college‑level courses in marketing, communications, social media, journalism, or related topics.

• Website management experience.
• Experience working with a government or non‑profit agency.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite software.

• Valid Florida Driver’s License or out of state Driver’s License required.
• Part‑time; 29 hours per week.
• Weekdays; some nights or weekends due to Special Events and/or Programs.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

• Required to use written and oral communication skills.
• Read and interpret data, information and documents.
• Work under deadlines with constant interruptions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee regularly works inside and outside. Will require sitting and walking for prolonged periods of time. Works with city website, intranet, and social media platforms.

Functions may change at any time with or without notice. Performs other related duties as assigned.