PRCA Supervisor-Marketing & Communication
GENERAL
The Full-Time PRCA Supervisor (Marketing & Communication) is a key member of the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department. If you enjoy a creative challenge, consider joining us to make a direct impact by using your marketing & communication skills to connect the residents of Kettering and the Dayton region with high-quality parks, recreation & cultural arts experiences. Demonstrate your passion on a team where you will feel valued and gain the ability to make meaningful contributions.
The Marketing and Communication Supervisor is responsible for planning and implementation of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts internal and external marketing, communication and public relations strategy. This position will be responsible for advancing the organizations brand, increasing community engagement and developing marketing campaigns and initiatives for all of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts product lines. The Supervisor will be responsible for managing e-newsletters, e-marketing, press releases, media relations, website management, content development, all social platforms and associated analytics with all electronic platforms. The Supervisor position will be responsible for managing the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts printed Activities Guide. The Supervisor will work in tandem with all Division Heads to coordinate various marketing & communication plans & strategies. The Supervisor will be overseeing a regular part-time communication coordinator and a regular part-time marketing analytics/print coordinator.
QUALIFICATIONS
Extensive knowledge and experience in marketing, communication and public relations. Must possess strong strategic thinking and planning skills as well as excellent verbal and communication skills. Proficient knowledge of social media tools and content management systems. Experience with Twitter, Facebook, You Tube, Instagram, and Constant Contact. Ability to synthesize data and translate into actionable marketing outcomes. Established relations with local media. Experiences in communication and marketing for a wide-range of interest and audiences.
Bachelors of Arts or Science in Marketing, Communication and or other related fields is desirable. Must have at least two (2) years of experience working directly in a marketing and/or communication supervisory position with experience managing a fast-paced multifaceted product line. Master’s degree preferred but not required, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
COMPENSATION
The Marketing & Communication position is an unclassified and exempt position with a current annual salary up to $77,771/yr. contingent upon the candidate’s related skills, knowledge, and abilities. Comprehensive Benefits include medical and dental insurance, attractive retirement plan, vacation leave, sick leave, holiday pay and other fringe benefits.
TO APPLY
Candidates should submit a Resume and Cover Letter, including a brief overview of relevant work experience and education by 5:00 pm on February 7, 2022 to: Director of Human Resources, Kettering Government Center, 3600 Shroyer Rd, Kettering, OH 45429-2799 or to ketteringhumanresources@ketteringoh.org. Office hours are 8AM-5PM, M-F. For a detailed position description, please visit the City’s website at www.ketteringoh.org.