Social Media Marketing and Communications Manager jobs in Madison, WI

Dodge County offers a generous benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – available for use after 30 days of employment
• 10 observed paid holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – with employer contributions - HRA
• Life insurance, Long-term disability and Flex spending
• Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

REQUIRED JOB COMPETENCIES

• Advanced proficiency in developing and implementing marketing strategies and campaigns, event planning, managing databases, website development and maintenance, and graphic design.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with advanced proficiency to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively in English. Multi-lingual beneficial.
• Knowledge of the County and Department’s operating requirements, policies, procedures, and practices; and local, State, and Federal regulations related to department programs and operations.
• Ability to research and analyze detailed information and effectively communicate as appropriate for the audience.
• Thorough knowledge of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and experience with web-based marketing tools.
• Ability to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate projects and programs.
• Ability to develop, interpret and implement regulations, policies, procedures, written instructions, general correspondence, and other department-specific documents.
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.
• Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations.
• Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.
• Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits requiring minimal direction and supervision.
• Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
• Knowledge of current office practices and procedures and knowledge of the operation of standard office equipment and software.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, website content management systems and Adobe Creative Suite or other similar media editing and creating software.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.
• Skill in researching and understanding complex written materials.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.
• Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems, and interpreting policies and regulations.
• Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.
• Ability to maintain professionalism at all times.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports, and conversations, within the provisions of open records laws and other applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations.
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours as needed. Work may involve occasional night and weekend meetings or activities.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms.
• Work has standard vision requirements.
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities.
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy office setting.
• Work has some exposure to outdoor environmental conditions, factories, businesses and community facilities.

Experience

• 3 - 5 years: Experience in marketing or communications, including experience in project management and working with private business leaders, elected and community officials, and the public. Equivalent combination of education and experience which provides necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education

• Bachelors or better in Communication or related field
• Bachelors or better in Marketing or related field