CITY OF BIG BEAR LAKE
Invites applications for the position of

COMMUNICATIONS &
EVENTS SPECIALIST

Hourly Pay Range $36.96 —$44.93
This is a FLSA Non-Exempt position.

Position Open Until Filled

First Application Review Date Will Be October 30, 2023

EXCELLENT CAREER OPPORTUNITY IN A BEAUTIFUL MOUNTAIN

RESORT COMMUNITY SURROUNDING A MAGNIFICENT ALPINE LAKE

THE POSITION THE ORGANIZATION

This position will perform a variety of duties within the Management The City of Big Bear Lake was incorporated as a
Services Department which include: preparing newsletters, brochures, Charter City in 1980 and operates under the

social media/website content, news releases, articles and special presenta- Council-Manager form of government. All five

tions in an effort to raise the level of public awareness of City services, Councilmembers are elected by-district for four-
year overlapping terms. The Mayor is chosen on an

operations, capital projects and accomplishments. Additional responsibili-
annual basis amongst the five Councilmembers.

ties include but are not limited to: planning and coordinating City special The Council is responsible for selecting the City
events such as; groundbreaking ceremonies, community events, City anni- Manager and that position oversees a full-time staff

versary/holiday celebrations and park dedications. Primary duties will of approximately 70 employees.

consist of providing positive public relations and outreach efforts to local The City is located in Southern California and is a

schools, non-profit organizations, citizens and community groups. In addi- popular tourist destination, nestled in the heart of
the San Bernardino National Forest at an elevation

tion, the successful candidate will coordinate the issuance of film permits
of 6,752’. Visitors and residents enjoy the beautiful

and monitor filming operations to ensure compliance with the City’s Mu- alpine lake, mountain ski resorts and four seasons
nicipal Code. Under general direction from the City Clerk, the position will of outdoor recreational opportunities. Big Bear

also perform other related duties as required or becomes necessary for the Lake is located approximately two hours from

successful performance of the Management Services Department. major metropolitan cities, such as Los Angeles and
San Diego. The City’s year-round population is

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE approximately 5,100 residents, but the community
welcomes between 20,000 to 100,000 weekend

The ideal candidate will be able to effectively perform duties related to the and holiday visitors depending upon the season

City’s communication strategy, professionally represent the City, receive and special events schedule.

media inquiries and coordinate accurate and timely responses, prepare

creative publications and maintain the City’s website and social media

accounts. The Communications & Events Specialist should be able to

effectively manage community outreach projects and special events from

concept through completion. The successful candidate will also coordinate

and support elected officials’ participation in community events, by

performing research, developing interesting talking points, and preparing

professional presentation materials. In addition, the candidate will need to

establish positive working relationships with community stakeholders, the

media, residents, and staff.

QUALIFICATIONS (The following are the minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.)
Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in

event planning, social, print and digital media, media relations, and community

outreach programs. Experience in the public sector is highly desired.

Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Possession of a bachelor’s

degree in communications, marketing, public relations or a closely related field from an

accredited college/university is preferred.

License: Possession of a valid Class C California driver license or the ability to get to

offsite meetings, events and training.

BENEFITS PACKAGE
Benefits: The City provides competitive insurance plans for employees including paid

family HMO health, dental and vision coverage, in addition to a $50,000 life insurance

policy and longevity incentive opportunities. Also available at the employee’s expense

are voluntary life, accident, critical illness, cancer/short-term disability insurance

options and flexible spending accounts.

Leave Accruals: The City offers the option of a 9/80 or 4/10 alternative work schedule,

twelve (12) paid holidays per year and generous leave accruals including: Vacation,

Sick and Personal Leave.

Retirement: The City is a member of the San Bernardino County Employees’

Retirement Association (SBCERA) which is reciprocal with CalPERS. The City’s

retirement formula is 2% @ 55 with prior qualifying public service or effective January

1, 2013 the formula is 2.5% @ 67 for new participants.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Interested candidates must submit a completed City application. Top applicants may
also be asked to complete a supplemental questionnaire and/or provide prior work
samples. The most qualified applicants will be asked to participate in a panel interview
appraisal process.

Please submit all required documents to:

City of Big Bear Lake, Attn: HR

39707 Big Bear Blvd. / P.O. Box 10000

Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

EMAIL: bblhr@citybigbearlake.com

For further information or questions please contact Rachel Bowman at 909-866-5832.

Applicants are encouraged to visit the City’s website (www.citybigbearlake.com) for

additional relevant information and to learn about City services.

The City of Big Bear Lake is an Equal Opportunity Employer.