Share Email Opening Apply Now Title Digital Media and Website Specialist   Category Communications   Description Hiring pay range: $26.56 - $33.20 Full pay range: $26.56 - $39.84 SUPERVISION: Non-Supervisory GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB: Provides professional-level digital media and publication support to the Communications Department. Job duties are primarily website administration and graphic design. Duties include other digital media and emergency communications. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (These duties are illustrative of typical essential responsibilities of the job, and may vary according to assignment) Website Content Administration and Graphic Design Printed publications Designs and administers development of publications and content of electronic and printed communications and applications. Ensures high creative quality of websites, graphic designs and electronic publications, representing all county offices and departments with professionalism. Coordinates with printing companies and develops materials with appropriate print specifications, meeting all deadlines. Handles design and pre-press of illustrative materials. Provides designs, proofs, templates and finished solutions for approval by offices and department and the Chief Communications Officer. Collaborates within a team environment and follow established procedures. Ensures consistency and high-level detail in publishing. Use of AP Style and plain language in development of publications. Websites Performs website content management for county offices and departments according to established departmental procedures and timelines. Verifies WCAG accessibility compliance using approved tools. Informs staff of requirements for compliance demonstrated in software verifications. Ensures consistency and high level detail in publishing. Use of AP Style and plain language in development of web content. Installation and content entry of user interface tools and software in website pages, as assigned. Ensures that website design elements, templates and finished solutions work responsively within a variety of browsers and device types, along with the constraints set by development and design. Verifies and checks all edits for responsiveness. Possible support of server-side web application development, as assigned. Photography and videography Occasional work on assignment for after hours or weekend events, such as the Garfield County Fair, Humanitarian Awards, Senior Awards, elections, emergencies and/or other activities. Photography and videography for assigned projects. Editing of both for final projects as well. Prepare video and camera equipment for meetings and events, set up for use and collect video and camera footage and images. Edit for needed uses to produce final project. Integrate music or graphics to enhance final project. General department operations Communications support for critical and crisis emergency response, information sharing and recovery activities within a response and recovery framework. Completes training as assigned in emergency practices for communications and follows framework. Utilizes web accessibility WCAG 2.1 standards or higher, completes web training, and implements final verifications of compliance before publishing. Reviews and collaborates on all work products to ensure highest level of quality. Provides excellence in customer service and support. Serves on internal committees as assigned. Maintains strict security protocols, ethical communications standards and confidentiality. Understands and follows accessibility, copyright, plagiarism, and creative works laws and respects publicity rights. Other duties as assigned.   Position Requirements CORE COMPETENCIES: (Representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities expected of the position) Public Service: A commitment to the mission of providing exceptional services to the citizens of Garfield County. It is who we are, and what we do. Customer Service: A commitment to providing exceptional service to all customers (internal & external), which includes being helpful, professional, courteous, and taking the time to understand customer’s needs. Stewardship & Innovation: Is a good steward of public resources and looks for ways to be innovative and improve efficiency. Teamwork: Able to work together with a diverse group of people towards a shared goal, while considering the needs of others. Business Technology: Ability to utilize the technology required of the position and demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies as required to assist the county in providing exceptional services, innovation, and work efficiencies. Communication: Proficient in communication, and able to communicate using the English language, including written, verbal, or other communication channels as required by the position. Media Best Practices: Knowledge of basic public information, media relations, marketing, and journalism principles and practices. Understands the full range of available media sources and communication mediums from online to print to broadcast. Software Applications: Knowledge of HTML Web technologies and web editor applications. Ability to code in HTML is required, and JavaScript is desired. Website Management: Understands best principles and practices for website administration. Understands content management and website maintenance functions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as determined by Garfield County may be substituted for the following requirements.) Education: Associate degree or equivalent in communications or IT related field. Experience: Two years of experience in designing, developing, testing, documenting, supporting web interfaces in html, print, and web-based graphic design. Licenses & Certifications: Valid driver’s license. Bilingual competence is considered, but not required. Bilingual pay may be provided for the translation of emergency messages as assigned into Spanish and the provision of bilingual translation during emergencies. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical activities and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. REQUIRED PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: Sitting: The primary task involves sitting at a desk, computer, or workstation for extended periods, performing administrative tasks and using computer equipment. Lifting and Carrying: Occasional lifting and carrying of lightweight office supplies, documents, or small packages may be required, typically not exceeding 10 pounds. Bending and Reaching: May involve occasional bending or reaching to access office equipment, files, or supplies within standard office settings. Grasping and Typing: Ability to use a keyboard, mouse, and office equipment, demonstrating fine motor skills for typing, clicking, and manipulating documents. Visual Acuity: Clear vision for reading printed and on-screen materials, including text, graphics, and data, and for viewing computer monitors for extended periods. Hearing: Adequate hearing to engage in conversations, respond to telephone calls, and interact with colleagues in a typical office environment. Walking/Mobility: Occasional short walks, or mobility, within the office premises may be necessary to attend meetings, access common areas, or collaborate with colleagues. Stamina: Maintain the ability to maintain focus, productivity, and attention to detail while working at a desk for standard office hours WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment. Extended periods of sitting are required. WORK HOURS: Regular Full Time, 40 hours per week. Hours are typically 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. There may be times when an employee may need to work outside the established work week, such as after hours or on the weekend. REQUIRED TRAVEL: The employee is occasionally required to drive throughout various parts of the County. TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT: Computer and relevant software applications, and digital cameras and editing software. NOTE: This position requires a pre-employment background check which will include a Criminal Background Check and Employment Verification, and Motor Vehicle Record. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check and Employment Verification THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT. Nothing in this job description restricts Garfield County’s ability to assign, reassign or eliminate duties and responsibilities of this job at any time. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description describes the County’s current assignment of essential functions. Those functions may change at any time as the needs of the County change or for other reasons deemed appropriate by the County   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Location Glenwood Springs, Colorado.   Benefit Information To view information about our benefits package, please visithttps://www.garfield-county.com/human-resources/benefits-brochure/   Hiring Range $26.56 - $33.20   Full Pay Range $26.56 - $39.84   Driving Classification Essential   Number of Openings 1   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Req Number COM-24-00004   Open Date 4/3/2024   About the Organization Garfield County, Colorado consists of rugged alpine vistas and high desert mountains in the Rocky Mountain region, which dwells along the Continental Divide. Garfield County is located in western Colorado, where outdoor recreation opportunities abound, including hunting, fishing, hiking, rafting and kayaking, biking, skiing and snowboarding. It is home to the second largest designated wilderness area in Colorado - the Flattops Wilderness, the world's largest mineral hot springs pool, a popular family ski resort, and Hanging Lake, designated as a National Natural Landmark by the Secretary of the Interior in 2011.   EOE Statement Garfield County is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently accepting applications. 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