Job Class:

2337

Department:

City Manager's Office - Communications

Reports

T

o:

Director of Communications

Summary

:

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Communications, this role

is responsible for

planning, coordinating, and directing the City of Odessa's communications, public information, marketing, and branding efforts, with a particular focus on Public Safety, including Odessa Police and Odessa Fire Rescue. The position involves collaborating with City departments and officials to develop and distribute

accurate

,

timely

, and accessible public information about City services. Additionally, the role oversees the coordination of responses to public information requests and promotes public awareness of City programs. This position also manages

the City's internal and external communications

. Please note

that

this is not a typical 8-to-5 job, and the position requires being on call most of the time.

Essential Functions

:

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Assist the Director of Communications in developing and executing a comprehensive marketing, communications, and public relations program to enhance the City's image and reputation.

Manages

internal and external communications, overseeing marketing materials, media relations, publications

,

and supporting client acquisition efforts.

Ensure the City's desired image and position, particularly for police officers and firefighters, is effectively communicated internally and externally. Maintain consistency in messaging across the organization and with all stakeholders.

Develop novel approaches, methods,

and designs

to promote the City's image positively

.

Responsible for editorial direction, design, production

,

and distribution of all organization publications.

Coordinates media interest in the Organization and

ensures

regular contact with target media and

appropriate response

to media requests.

Collaborate with management and staff to develop and

maintain

a strategic approach based on local market needs and constituent satisfaction.

Support organizational direction, programs, services, and decision-making to ensure the City's overall health and vitality.

Responsible for

achieving

marketing /communications/public relations mission, goals

,

and financial

objectives

. Ensure that evaluation systems

relate

to these goals and

objectives

and report progress to the City Manager's Office.

Manage staff

with

the Director of Communications, including hiring, professional development, goal setting, performance management, coaching, counseling, and separations.

Oversee administrative tasks such as approving time records, expense reports, leave requests, and overtime.

Works with City staff and officials to develop and coordinate

the

City

newsletter.

Works with City staff and officials to develop and coordinate responses to media requests.

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