Media Representative

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Media Representative

Salary

$99,996.00 - $110,006.00 Annually

Location

2999 South Wayside

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

34141

Department

Parks and Recreation

Division

Management and Finance

Opening Date

05/10/2024

Closing Date

5/24/2024 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: All Applicants

Division: Management and Finance

Reporting Location: *2999 South Wayside Drive, Houston, Texas 77023

Workdays & Hours: 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday* * Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe well-maintained parks and offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD is seeking a Media Representative to join the Communications’ Division.

Essential job duties and responsibilities include:

• Representing the department as spokesperson, relaying information, promoting publicity and fielding questions, for all public/media related activities;

• Promoting departmental activities through appropriate media channels.

• Preparing press releases and media advisory bulletins.

• Coordinating and preparing monthly statistical information for dissemination to the media, public and community;

• Writing speeches; gathering information and responding to TPIA's for the department;

• Assisting the Senior Division Manager with special projects, and working directly with all divisions within the department to highlight event;

• Acting as a liaison between the department and the community;

• Preparing and distributing responses to all media requests, information interviews, and public inquiries.

• Performs other duties as requested by division and department head;

• All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job descriptions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable most of the time with occasional periods of stooping, bending and/or light lifting of materials of up to 10 pounds. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a monitor.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Public Administration or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Three years of professional experience in media, public relations or a closely related field are required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

PREFERENCES

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to candidates with the following:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated ability to train and mentor team.

• Demonstrates time management & organizational skills.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Able to work with minimum supervision.

• Demonstrates ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

• Adapts well to changes; Demonstrated success working with diverse clientele.

*Eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. *

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Department may administer skills assessment test. Links to your professional pages are required. Candidates must also provide samples of the following: Media Reports, Press Releases, Professional Social Media Posts and their most successful Social Media Campaign.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 20

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832) 393-0204.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832) 393-0204. (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call (855) 524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.

Benefits include:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Wellness

• Life insurance

• Long-term disability

• Retirement pension

• 457 deferred compensation plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• 10 days of vacation each year

• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

• Flexible schedules

• Professional development opportunities

• Transportation/parking plan

• Section 125 pretax deductions

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes

• No

  02

  Are you currently a City of Houston employee?

• Yes

• No

  03

  Are you a Houston Parks and Recreation?

• Yes

• No

  04

  What is the highest level of education you have obtained?

• Less than a High School Diploma/GED

• High School Diploma/GED

• Associate's degree

• Bachelor's degree

• Master's Degree or higher

  05

  How many years of professional experience in media, public relations or a closely related field do you possess?

• Less than 3 years

• At least 3 years

• 3 or more years

• No experience

  06

  How many years of administrative or customer service related experience do you possess?

• Less than 1 year

• 1 to less than 3 years

• 3 to less than 5 years

• 5 or more years

• No experience

  07

  How many years of experience do you have with "supervising" direct reports?

• Less than 3 years

• At least 3 years

• 3 or more years

• No experience

  08

  How many years of experience do you have with working directly with internal and external partners?

• Less than 3 years

• At least 3 years

• 3 or more years

• No experience

  Required Question