JOB
Citrus County is a welcoming, economically vibrant community where people and nature live in harmony. Working for Citrus County means becoming an integral member of an organization driven by values, committed to delivering responsive services to our citizens. We aim to enhance our community's strength and improve our citizens' quality of life through high-quality programs, services, and facilities. Communications Services functions as the Public Information Office (PIO) and provides information about the County to the public and interested parties through news releases, publications about County services, and through the media. The PIO works closely with staff, employee personnel, and the news media to present accurate information to the citizens of Citrus County. The Digital Content Coordinator position manages the County’s digital content for website/intranet, social media platforms and any other applicable/emerging digital platforms. Creates, coordinates, and manages digital content to establish and implement online presence that is consistent with the County’s brand identity. The primary schedule for this full-time position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and is located at the Lecanto Government Building.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Serves as webmaster for the County’s main website. Works with county departments to translate content to county web standards.Collaborates with external vendor partner(s) to ensure the main website works optimally.Works with various departments to administer and update content on the County’s websites, intranet, and social media platforms.Utilizes analytics data and recommends front-end and back-end changes to improve the user experience, enhances search results, and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility standards.Manages information flow through the County’s intranet.Creates and reproduces content for various social media platforms. Interacts with social media users as a Voice of Citrus County. Manages the content of the County’s social media platforms including, but not limited to, Facebook and YouTube. Evaluates social media management tools continuously to improve efficiency.Answers social media inquiries timely and forwards information and questions to appropriate personnel/department and follows-up as necessary, ensures issues are addressed.Maximizes citizen engagement across all digital platforms.Stays current and assesses industry and social media trends, tools, new platforms, innovations, and best practices.Performs other duties as required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Basis of Rating: Must successfully pass an employment reference check, criminal background check, physical examination check. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991. Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law,” applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the “Public Records Law”/ “The Sunshine Law” / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.