Communications Officer I/Ii

THE POSITION

Do you have a passion for storytelling, brand building, and innovative communications? Are you ready for a career move to work with a great team that's progressive and strategic in the way we approach our work, manage people, and serve our community? Do you have a positive and energetic outlook and embody the values of empowerment, courage, teamwork, passion and fun? if so, we highly encourage you to apply for the Communications Officer I/II position!

The City of Rancho Cordova is looking for a dynamic and experienced communications professional to be a part of an exciting and award-winning team that is passionate, committed to public service and is dedicated to telling the story of the Rancho Cordova community.

The ideal candidate will: be hungry to learn; demonstrate creativity, strong work ethic, attention to detail; possess outstanding writing, editing, and project management skills; and has the ability to thrive as a team member and working independently.

APPLY TODAY: FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS IS JUNE 19

Benefits Of Working For The City Of Rancho Cordova

• Universal Time Off (combined vacation and sick leave).
• CalPERS Retirement.
• Onsite fitness room & many more employee perks.
• 11 paid holidays per year + 1 floating holiday.
• Choice of a generous monthly stipend for Medical/Dental/Vision or Cash in Lieu of Medical Insurance.

The City of Rancho Cordova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Many typical duties for Communications Officer I/II are shown below (other related duties may be assigned):

• Collateral Development.
• Metrics and Analysis.
• Event Planning.
• Digital News Content Development.
• Resident and Business Relations.
• Crisis Communications.
• Social Media Program Management.
• Media Relations Coordination.

See the for a more complete list of Essential Duties and Responsibilities.

Employment Standards & Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

A typical way of obtaining the experience and education would be

A combination of education and experience that will provide the ability to perform the work and provide the performance results as stated in the .

Communications Officer I: Salary Range - $6,987.07 - $8,529.73 monthly

• Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience in Communications, Marketing, or Public Relations field.
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Administration, English, or a related field, and

Communications Officer II: Salary Range - $7,685.60 - $9,382.53 monthly

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Administration, English, or a related field, and
• Five (5) to Seven (7) years of experience in Communications, Marketing, or Public Relations field.

License and Certificat e

Possession of a current valid California Class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City.

Physical Working Conditions And Requirements

Requires the mobility and manual dexterity to work in a standard office environment, use standard office equipment and attend off-site meetings; speech and hearing to communicate in person and by telephone; vision to read handwritten and printed materials and a computer screen; and strength and agility to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds; and emotional and psychological capability to work alone, concentrate, or have frequent public and/or coworker contact. On a continuous basis work in an office environment sitting at a desk for long periods of time; travel from event to event sitting in vehicle; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist while performing field work; may be exposed to dust, noise, machinery, moving objects and other vehicles while performing field work; may work on uneven or slippery surfaces; and may intermittently perform field work while exposed to various types of weather including extreme heat during summer months and cold temperatures during the winter months. Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations.

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Exempt Employee Benefit Summary

CALPERS Retirement

Tier 1: Employees hired prior to December 31, 2012, and "Classic Members" hired subsequently with less than a six month break in service, are provided 2.7% at 55 retirement formula. City employees pay the full 8% of their base pay toward this retirement benefit.

Tier 2: Due to the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (Assembly Bill 340), new MISC members hired after January 1, 2013, or "Classic Members" with a break in service of more than 6 months, are eligible for the 2% @ 62 CalPERS retirement formula and are required to pay a 7.75% contribution toward the PERS benefit. (Note: the employee contribution will change as the cost of the benefit changes, since the employee is required to pay half the normal cost.)

1959 Survivor Benefit (Indexed Level) - The 1959 Survivor Benefit provides a monthly allowance to eligible survivors of members who die while actively employed. The monthly benefit payable to survivors in the Indexed Level increases by 2% eachyear. Benefit amounts as of 2023are $788, $1,577and $2,365for 1, 2, or 3 eligible survivors.

457 And 401(a) Deferred Compensation Plan

• City will contribute $23.08 per pay period into the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan onbehalf of the employee.
• Employees may also voluntarily participate in the 401(a) defined contribution retirement program; however, election must be made upon hire and is irrevocable during employment with the city.
• City will match up to 3% of the base salary for employees who participate in the 457 plan. City match is placed in a 401(a) plan. There is no vesting period.

Health Insurance (medical, dental and vision) - The City offers a "cafeteria plan," which includes a monthly medical stipend the employee may apply toward premiums for medical, dental and vision.

• $2,010 Family level benefit
• $1,685 Employee+1
• $990 Employee only

Cash-in-lieu - If your total health, vision and/or dental premium costs are lower than $300, you may receive the difference as cash in lieu up to a total of $300.If you do not need to purchase medical, dental or visionbenefits from the City, you are eligible for a total of $300 cash in lieu per month.

Medical Benefits

Retiree Health - CalPERS plans made available and retiree medical contribution offered toward the cost of the plan.In 2023, the retiree medicalcontribution is $143.45 per month.The retiree medical contribution will continue to increase until it is equal to the minimum contribution required by CalPERS for the employer to pay on behalf of an employee.

Dental -Delta Dental PPO

• Major services - 50% covered
• Deductibles $50 per person each calendar year
• Basic services - 80% covered
• Waiting Period(s) - None
• Preventative services - 100% covered
• Maximums $1,500 - $2,500 per person each calendar year

Vision - Vision Service Plan (VSP)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Medical FSA for the plan year is $3,050(maximum)
• Dependent Care FSA for the plan year is $5,000 (maximum)

Universal Time Off (UTO) - vacation and sick leave combined.

Universal Time Off Cash Out - Employees may cash out up to80 hours in fiscal year 23/24.

Bereavement Leave - On the date of hire, employees are entitled to 24 hours of Bereavement Leave per event due to the death of a member of an employee's immediate family.

Holidays - 11Holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday

Winter Break - December 25 - December 29, 2023

Life Insurance - $50,000 life insurance policy.

• Life price per $1,000 $0.109
• AD&D price per $1,000 $0.205

Long Term Disability

• 60% of earnings up to $7,500
• LTD price per $100 $0.0145
• 90 day benefit waiting period

Social Security - No

Employees do not pay into and earn credit toward future benefits in Social Security, since the City offers an IRS qualifying retirement plan.

Employee Assistant Plan (EAP) - Available to employee and immediate family. Includes concierge service.

Wellness Program - On-site fitness room, shower and lockers, ping pong tables, and bikes available for employee use.

Tuition Reimbursement - Up to $2,500 per fiscal year.

Training and Development - Available and encouraged for each employee.

Updated January 2023

Closing Date/Time: 6/25/2023 11:59 PM Pacific