Integrated Marketing Communications Specialist - Chicago, United States - City of Chicago

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    **Description:**

    **Asst to the City Treasurer - Integrated Marketing Communications Specialist**

    **Job Summary:**

    The City of Chicago Treasurers Office is seeking Integrated Marketing Communications to produce high-quality content that engages the Chicago residents and builds brand recognition for the City of Chicago Treasurers Office.

    **Responsibilities** of this position include, but are not limited to:

    + Create communication and marketing strategies for events and services offered.

    + Work with the Public Information Officer to generate new ideas and strategies.

    + Develop and implement effective communication strategies that build awareness of office initiatives.

    + Create informative and interesting press kits, media alerts, newsletters, websites, and related marketing materials.

    + Plan and manage all online and marketing materials design, content, and production.

    + Perform other duties as assigned

    **Annual Salary:** Commensurate with experience $81,552

    **THIS POSITION IS SHAKMAN EXEMPT**

    **Qualifications:**

    **Minimum Qualifications**

    + Bachelors degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a relevant field.

    + A minimum of 4 years experience in a similar role.

    + Proven experience creating targeted content is advantageous.

    + Prior experience in the financial services industry or knowledge of financial services and products, is a plus

    + Prior experience in WordPress, Canva, and Sreamyard, is a plus

    **Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills**

    + Strong knowledge of government communication practices and techniques.

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    + Creative and self-starter: the ability to initiate the crafting of engaging and compelling content and images

    + Well organized and able to multitask and work well under pressure and leadership abilities.

    **Other Work Requirements:**

    + Initiative

    + Adaptable/Flexible

    + Dependability

    + Attention to Detail

    + Innovative

    **Application Process**

    You must submit the following documents to Amanda Brown, Asst City Treasurer | Director, Human Resources |

    + Resume (required)

    + Cover letter

    + A portfolio that demonstrates your expertise

    **RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT**

    All employees of the City of Chicago must be actual residents of the City of Chicago as outlined in Section of the City of Chicago Municipal Code. Proof of residency will be required.

    **City of Chicago** Brandon Johnson Mayor