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Marketing Specialist
Salary
$21.99 - $24.03 Hourly
Location
Boynton Beach, FL
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2025-1112
Department
City Manager (Public Affairs)
Opening Date
11/12/2025
Closing Date
11/19/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Description
Benefits
Questions
Purpose of Classification
Under the general supervision of the Director of Public Affairs, this classification will perform entry to mid level tasks in support of assigned work in the areas of marketing, branding, engagement, and advertising for the City of Boynton Beach. This position will also offer general and administrative assistance in all activities of Public Affairs as assigned.
This position will also require attendance at select weekend or after-hours special events to capture and create content as assigned.
Essential Functions
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the @type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Coordinates public communications, i.e. postcards, press releases, letters, presentations, videos, social media, multi-media sources, email look newsletters, etc.
Assists with the implementation of marketing campaigns.
Performs administrative duties and compiles data for special projects or reports, as assigned, ensuring completion by specified deadlines and in accordance with outlined goals and objectives. This may include gathering and preparing information for internal or external reporting or surveys.
Provides general support to the Director in fulfilling the City's communication and marketing plans and other stated goals and objectives.
Supports staff with media relations activities, to include assisting with message development, outreach and response, meetings, programs, events and educational campaigns in a unique visual manner consistent with the City's branding.
Works closely with staff on departmental programs, non-profit organizations, civic groups, educational entities and special projects.
Uses social, digital, and other sources to engage external audiences.
Creates graphic designs for the City.
Assists with preparation, layout, printing, and dissemination of marketing materials.
Prepares, processes, and maintains various records and forms, including departments attendance and payroll records, travel forms, training records, work orders, and service requests.
Observe and learn from Marketing, Communications, and/or Public Affairs professionals by participating in meetings, training sessions, and process walk-throughs.
Provide general customer service and respond to routine Public Affairs related inquires from employees or departments.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or a closely related field; and
Possess one (1) year of experience in Journalism, Marketing, Communications, Social Media Management or Public Information; and
Possess (or obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire) and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's license;
OR
Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or a closely related field; and
Possess three (3) years of experience in Journalism, Marketing, Communications, Social Media Management or Public Information; and
Possess (or obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire) and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's license;
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications for education and experience must be metbeforeconsideration of the following preferred Qualifications:
Public sector/government communications experience
Supplemental Information
Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.
Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.
Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.
Ability to effectively and positively represent the City in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients.
Positive and professional demeanor, along with the ability to handle inquiries and provide excellent customer service
Adaptable to change.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to attend meetings, community events, professional networking events, and trainings outside of the City's standard business hours, including some nights and weekends.
Ability to develop and implement established goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Ability to meet program objectives including timetable deliverables and work plans.
Ability to assimilate information from a variety of sources, analyze information and recommend effective courses of action.
Ability to operate a computer and other related communication programs.
Ability to work effectively and independently in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work effectively with employees, residents, businesses, schools, and community groups.
Ability to manage multiple projects.
Ability to evaluate recommended improvements.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing and convey ideas persuasively in a concise, organized, and professional manner.
Ability to work under general supervision with a certain degree of creativity and latitude.
Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory, judgmental, or subjective criteria, as opposed to that which is clearly measurable or verifiable.
Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality and tactfulness.
Knowledge of materials and equipment utilized in marketing and events.
Knowledge of PC Network Environments.
Knowledge of municipal principals and best practices of public communications and marketing.
Skilled in the writing, designing and production of publications.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software.
Physical and Sensory Requirements / Environmental Factors
Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (50 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Essential functions are regularly performed in usual office conditions with rare exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is anEqual Opportunity Employer (EEO)and Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).
Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE:
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City's hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.
Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.
The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:
Student Loan Forgiveness
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Care Plan
Basic Term Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
Accidental Death and
Dismemberment Insurance
City Pension Plan
Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans
Long Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
457 Savings Plan (three options)
Paid Annual Leave / Vacation
Bonus Vacation Hours
12 Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding)
On-site Training Program
Wellness Program
Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans
Credit Union
Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan
Flexible Spending Account
Direct Deposit
Social Security
Student Loan Forgiveness
Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.
Health Insurance
The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).
Dental Insurance
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.
Vision Care Plan
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.
Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.
Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance
Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.
Dependent Life Insurance
Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.
City Retirement / Pension Plans
The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.
Supplemental Plans
Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.
Short and Long Term Disability
The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.
Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)
The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.
Vacation
All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.
Holidays
The City observes12 paid holidays throughout the year.
Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.
Tuition Assistance*(Depending on available budget funding)
The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.
Wellness Program
The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.
Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan
Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.
CreditUnion
All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different @types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.
Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium
Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses.
Direct Deposit
Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.
01
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
High School Diploma or valid equivalent
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Doctoral Degree
None of the above
02
Please mark the coursework for your Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral (s) if applicable. If you do not have a degree, please select " No Degree". If you do not have a degree from the coursework listed below, please select "Other Coursework".
Marketing
Journalism
Communications
Public Relations
Other Coursework
No Degree
03
If you selected "Other Coursework" to the question above please @type the coursework you have completed. If this question does not apply to you, please @type, "N/A"
04
How many years of experience do you have in Journalism, Marketing, Communications, Social Media Management or Public Information?
No experience
At least one (1) year of experience, but less than two (2) years
At least two (2) years of experience, but less than three (3) years
At least three (3) years of experience, but less than four (4) years
At least four (4) years of experience, but less than five (5) years
Five (5) or more years of experience.
05
Please explain your professional work experience in Journalism, Marketing, Communications, Social Media Management or Public Information, including your relevant job duties. Please note that "See resume" is not a valid response. Failure to answer this question in detail may result in disqualification of your application. If you do not have this experience please @type N/A.
06
Do you possess [or are you able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire] and maintain a valid Florida driver's license?
Yes, I possess a valid Florida driver's license
No, I do not have a valid Florida driver's license but I'm able to obtain one within 14 days of hire.
No, I do not possess a valid Florida driver's license and will not be able to obtain one within 14 days of hire.
07
Do you have experience in a municipal government setting?
Yes
No
08
Is there anything additional that you would like to add?
Required Question
Employer
City of Boynton Beach
Address
100 E. Ocean Ave
City Hall - Human Resources
Boynton Beach, Florida, 33435
Phone
5617426275
5617426275
Website
http://www.boynton-beach.org
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