Lynn Haven is a city in Bay County, Florida, United States, north of Panama City. We are always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, we encourage you to continue with this job application!

EEO/AA Employer Drug-free Workplace 

Have you recently completed your degree in Marketing, Communications, or Event Planning/Hospitality? Are you ready for your first CAREER position where you can develop your skills and experience and have fun at the same time? Are you creative, articulate, and take pride in your projects? Do you have experience producing print and digital communications and media? If so, the City of Lynn Haven is looking for a Communications and Marketing Coordinator and you would be the perfect fit! From newsletters, flyers, written communication via social media and other platforms to video spots and digital production, the Communications and Marketing Coordinator helps spread the word that "The City of Lynn Haven is a Great and Fun Place to Live." Come join our team and help us promote the best place to live in the area!
The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field. He or she should possess strong computer and internet skills, good public speaking and presentation skills, strong organizational and time management skills, and excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Experience with online marketing campaigns, social media platforms, website design, and with graphic design/photo editing software packages a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains a schedule of campaigns and appropriate themes, and creatively suggests new ideas.
• Researches, writes, and distributes press releases, when appropriate.
• Identifies and communicates with vendors, agencies and city departments in coordination with special programs.
• Serves as liaison with local media and social platforms to advertise and communicate City of Lynn Haven activities, special events, and grand openings.
• Creates marketing campaigns, performs general office duties, and acts as customer service ambassador for the city.
• Coordinates with outside vendors for production of marketing, promotion and sales materials.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communication, or a related field preferred; a combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Some professional experience in public relations, marketing and communications, preferred.
• Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality.
• Polished public speaking, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build and foster relationship, networking, and contacts.
• Strong spelling, grammar, punctuation, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to organize, multi-task, and manage time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer and internet skills, including Microsoft Office suite, Photo Shop.
• Graphic design knowledge and experience.
• Social media expertise and execution skills. 

The City of Lynn Haven offers a competitive, robust benefits plan, with the City covering 100% of the cost of various benefits to include MDLive, Life and Accident Insurance, and Long-term Disability. In addition, the employee may opt to add additional insurance. A list of all available benefits is as follows:

• MDLive - Virtual Medical Care (provided by the City)
• $100,000 of Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (provided by the City)
• Long-term Disability Insurance (provided by the City)
• Major Medical Insurance (Florida Blue-Blue Options)
• Dental Insurance (MetLife)
• Vision Insurance (MetLife VSP)
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance Options
• Critical Illness and Accidental Insurance Options
• Flexible Spending Account

Employees also earn Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal Paid Time Off (PPTO), Paid Holidays, as well as time off for jury duty, bereavement, and military leave.

The City also provides a DEFINED BENEFIT PENSION PLAN, including a Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP).

Applications are accepted until the position is filled.