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Title: 490 - Creative Services Specialist

Organization: Library

Department: City Library

Location: City Library Main Branch

Rate of Pay: $13.00

Job Summary

The Creative Services Specialist is responsible for producing content in all forms of digital media (social, video, web), print materials that will be used to promote the library, as well as any artistic programs and projects that will enhance the appearance of the department.

Competencies

Effective Communication
Time Management
Ethical Practice
Problem Solving
Analytical Thinking
Customer Focus

Key Functions/Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of more complex work routines, rules, procedures, or operations; ability to operate higher-level specialized equipment.
• Knowledge of the methods, practices and techniques of marketing and community relations.
• Proficient in various social media platforms, especially Facebook and Instagram.
• Ability to develop and implement creative approaches to reach targeted audiences.
• Knowledge of the library’s mission, values and policies.
• Ability to coordinate diverse information and work with independent initiative.
• Strong interpersonal/customer service skills; ability to be positive and responsive to a diverse public and team.
• Ability to deal with regular interruptions and multiple tasks.
• Knowledge and interest in learning new computer software and platforms.
• Good verbal, listening and written communication skills.
• Creates promotional and marketing materials, including flyers, calendars and brochures.
• Creates messages that communicate the value of the library to the community.
• Uses soc

Minimum Education & Experience

High school graduation or GED plus one year of experience.

Special Certifications & Licenses

Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Independence & Judgement

Minimal judgment; instructions, once established and defined, normally allow the job to be accomplished without direct and/or constant supervision; mostly routine work requiring that employee recognize obvious problems; situations outside the instructions are referred to the supervisor or lead worker.

Initiative & Ingenuity

General guidelines: occasionally requires interpretation of available options to apply to non-standard situations; day-to-day work drives priorities.

Supervisory & Responsibility

Does not supervise.

Financial Responsibility

Does not deal with money.

Level & Frequency of Outside Contact

Frequent contact with the public or other organizations; interactions may require obtaining cooperation of people; courtesy and tact are required when dealing with moderately difficult or sensitive issues.

Physical Demands

Office job with little or occasional light physical effort, may require brief periods of muscular exertion, such as standing, lifting, moving, pulling, pushing, etc. Ability to exert up to 20lbs of force occasionally to move objects.

Responsibility for Equipment & Property

Responsible for use of equipment/property such as office equipment, supplies, etc., which are used in office.

Working Conditions

Office job, no adverse conditions.

Other Requirements

The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a physical examination and a Background Check.

ADA Requirements

The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

Benefits

The City of Brownsville offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support its employees' well-being and future. Employees participate in a robust retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) City to Employee Matching Ratio 2:1, with eligibility for retirement after 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age.

The City provides exceptional health benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance plans for employees and their families, along with vision coverage for employees enrolled in health insurance through MetLife. Employees and their dependents can also access care at Frontier Clinic at no cost when covered by the City's health plan. Additionally, pet insurance is available as a voluntary benefit.

Employees have access to deferred compensation plans through Equitable and supplemental insurance options from AFLAC and Colonial Life. Full-time employees accrue 10 sick days and 15 vacation days annually.
The City offers parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees, longevity pay, and 100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually. Furthermore, Brownsville observes 14 holidays per year, plus two floating holidays, giving employees a balanced and rewarding work-life experience.

EEOC Statements

The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.