Job Details

Communications Coordinator

The City of Medford is seeking a full-time, limited-duration Communications Coordinator to support the City Manager's Office beginning in September and continuing through approximately mid-December 2026. The assignment may be extended based on department needs and City approval.

This role is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and likes helping people stay informed. The work may include writing content for the City's website, social media, and newsletters; helping with public information materials; creating graphics; taking photos or video; and supporting communications for City programs, services, and events.

We're looking for someone who is organized, comfortable managing multiple projects, and able to turn information into clear, helpful messages for the community. If you enjoy creative work, public service, and being part of a team that helps connect people with what's happening in their city, we'd love to hear from you.

Required Education and Experience:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) or more years of experience including writing, editing, and proofing of marketing materials for media relations, digital photography, and videography.
• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or other specific area of study as deemed applicable may substitute for two (2) years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating audio/video equipment.
• Experience in a public sector/government environment.

The anticipated hiring range for the Communications Coordinator position is $36.21 (first step) to $38.02 or $39.92 (second or third step). The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education, experience, and qualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials, alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Six steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.

Examples of Job Duties:

• Recommends innovative and promotional avenues of communication for various types of media and suggests effective communication strategies to management.
• Creates regular, relevant written and multimedia content for websites, social media, e-newsletters, and other communication channels.
• Consistently attend and actively participate in City events, meetings, and activities, which may occur during or after regular work hours and on weekends.
• Supports departments with advice and assistance on communications, community relations and media relations.
• Supports Communications & Marketing Manager in responses to inquiries and complaints received from citizens and community stakeholders.
• Helps facilitate all advertising, promotions, publicity, and public outreach activities.
• Provide graphic design support for public education campaigns including creating graphics for fliers, social media posts, the City's website, ads, etc.
• Capture photographs and create, edit, and produce video content to showcase City programs, events, and services.

Other Functions of the Position:

• Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
• Handles job stress and interacts effectively with others in the workplace.
• Fosters an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
• Is an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
• Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

Competencies:

• Active Listening
• Communicativeness
• Creativity
• Organizing & Planning
• Written Communication

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

This position primarily works indoors in an office setting with adequate lighting and regulated environmental conditions. Field work and travel may be required and expose the incumbent to various weather conditions and terrains. Occasional exposure to disruptive people and loud noises. This position involves extended periods of sitting and standing with occasional pushing, pulling and lifting up to 25 pounds to operate, move and transport equipment. Requires ability to communicate verbally, to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals, and a heightened awareness of hazards in various environments when conducting field work. The safe operation of a motor vehicle is required.

Important (Please read): It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a "see resume" response. Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience as we compare applicants. The use of AI-generated content in employment applications is discouraged and may result in disqualification. Each submission will be verified for originality and authenticity. However, AI tools for grammar checking and resume formatting are permitted.

How to Apply: Applications are only accepted online and must be received by the posted closing date/time. Selection procedures and timelines subject to change.

Questions or Assistance: If you have questions about the job posting, please contact the Human Resources department at (541) 774-2014. For technical assistance completing your online application, please contact Government Jobs at (855) 524-5627.