BREC, LA
Senior Communications Manager (Digital Communications)
BREC, LA, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873
Salary :
$49,379.20 Annually
Location :
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type:
Full Time Exempt
Job Number:
SCMD2024
Department:
Communications
Division:
Communications
Opening Date:
06/14/2024
Closing Date:
8/9/2024 4:59 PM Central
FLSA:
Exempt
General Summary
Senior Communications Manager of Digital Communications creates and/or manages all website content for the agency and is responsible for planning, designing, and executing social media marketing campaigns based on strategies and initiatives defined by BREC. The incumbent in this position plays a vital role in relaying timely information to the employees and general public about the various events, programs, and social activities offered throughout the year. This creative professional position works collaboratively with all departments to ensure website content is up-to-date, accurate and on-going. Individual must have a comprehensive technical knowledge of website design and social media with extensive experience and training in web content management.Requirements and Job Specifications
Education Required: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.Preferred:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
Area of Study (major) Required:
Computer Science, information technology, web communications, or digital media or mass communications or any closely related.Preferred:
Computer Science, information technology, web communications, or digital media or any closely related.
Certification(s) Required:
N/A
License(s) Required: Valid Louisiana Driver's License
Years Relevant Work Experience:
Four (4) or more years related technical experience as a webmaster or in web design, web content management or internet marketing to include management of social media platforms.Preferred:
Six (6) years or more related experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Comprehensive technical knowledge of website design and social mediaKnowledge of Facebook, Twitter and YouTubeExtensive experience with content management systems.Experience updating and creating web sites using HTML and Word Press (understanding java script, css, and php a plus)Strong computer skills & software applications; experience in MS Office Suite, including Publisher, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, knowledge of and including website maintenance.Strong interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Ability to work on multiple projects to meet both short and long-range deadlines.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Ability to plan and direct the work of others.Ability to demonstrate leadership, initiative, and problem-solving abilities.Ability to edit and optimize images.Attention to detail, especially dates, times & locations, and multi-tasking.Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with cross-functional departments.Ability to exercise good judgment based on established policies & procedures.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental staff, vendors and to relate well to representatives of public and private interest groups, the news media, the public and officials of other agencies.Functions and Duties
Essential Functions and Duties:
Responsible for supervising two full time staff members.Creates, designs, and manages all published content to include page layout, images, video and written/edits for web-based projects.Creates and updates secondary BREC websites (coding).Manages BREC website development and maintenance contracts.Manages overall BREC social media budget.Works with Marketing Managers on branding that promotes BREC's professional image.Create and implement social media Calendar for all accounts.Create reports and provide results on social media advertisement.Oversees social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, blogs, photo sites etc.) monitoring, posting strategic content and developing and executing social media marketing campaigns.Responsible for monitoring website to include identifying ROI for programs, tracking metrics actual vs. target, and measuring impact of efforts and engagement of users on a monthly basis.Contribute to writing and editing site content.Designs and prepares elements/graphic images for the web.Develop and implement Social Media Training manuals.Develop and expand community and/or blogger outreach efforts.Develops and maintains intuitive and user-friendly web pages.Ensure website and portal are up-to-date and accurate and respond to users in a "Social" way.Manage the heavy volume of emails produced by info@brec.org.Produce relevant content to reach BREC's idea customers.Produces applications, forms and related web pages.Regulate and manage access rights of different users on website.Troubleshoots website operation, tracks site usage statistics and monitors performance.Assists with Special Events as needed.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by his or her supervisor.Supplemental Information
Days/Hours Worked:
Full time position, a minimum of 40 hours per week, lunch break daily. Some evening and weekend hours as required
2024 FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
HEALTH INSURANCE : Comprehensive medical benefits including HMO, PPO, and Blue Saver (Qualified High Deductible High Savings Account) and options are provided through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana. Coverage is effective the first of the month, following two months of employment, a (2 month waiting period). Employee cost per month for HMO: $175.43 - employee only; $597.45 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $962.52 - family. Employee cost per month for PPO: $375.23 - employee only; $975.50 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent 162.68.57 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $290.49 - family. BREC also offers voluntary insurance plans: Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Cancer/Critical Care, Long and Short-term Disability, Term and Whole Life).
LIFE INSURANCE : All full-time employees are insured under a Group Term-Life Insurance policy through Equitable Life Insurance Company a subsidiary of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana. Coverage is subject to decrease at age 65 and 70. There is no cost to the employee except for salaries more than $50,000 which are subject to the imputed income clause under the IRS regulations. Coverage is effective immediately.
RETIREMENT SYSTEM : BREC contributions to the City-Parish Employees' Retirement System for each employee amount to 40.32% of salary. Employees contribute at the rate of 9.5%. Retirement contributions are tax deferred. Personal contributions are kept on account and refunded if employees leave BREC before their retirement. Additional benefit opportunities are available after 25 years through the DROP program. BREC also offers a Supplemental Retirement DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN through payroll deduction.
HOLIDAYS : BREC employees receive twelve (12) paid holidays per year.
SICK LEAVE : BREC employees accumulate sick leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increase based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 30 days of continuous employment.
ANNUAL LEAVE : BREC employees earn annual leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increased based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 90 days of continuous employment.
FULL-TIME STATUS : Upon completion of a six-month probationary periods and approval of supervisor, full-time status will be achieved.
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS : BREC full-time employees can take advantage of a generous discount. Some restrictions may apply. See the discount policy for more details.
EAP : BREC's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is administered by Hidalgo Health Associates. They EAP helps employees and their family members resolve personal or work-related problems.
CREDIT UNION : BREC employees are eligible to join the City Federal Credit Union and/or Pelican State Credit Union and enlist in payroll deduction plan. Direct deposit to the Credit Union is also available.
FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS : BREC is a qualifying employer for public service loan forgiveness. Employees who have Federal Direct Loans and have made 120 payments on the Federal Direct Loans (after October 1, 2007) may be eligible for the remaining loan balance to be forgiven.
LA START : This 529 Qualified Tuition savings plan may be open on behalf of a named Beneficiary by anyone, including legal entities, provided that the Account Owner or the Beneficiary is a resident of Louisiana. Account Owners may save at their own pace, in amounts they can afford.
FSA : BREC offers an FSA that allows employees to contribute a portion of their regular earnings before taxes. Distributions from the account must be used to reimburse the employee for qualified expenses related to medical and dental services.
SUPPLEMENT BENEFITS : BREC offers voluntary benefits through AFLAC or Colonial Life. Those benefits include accident insurance, critical care, life, LTD and STD.
BREC reserves the right to at any time and from time to time to modify or amend, in whole or in part, any or all of the provisions of the benefit package.
*Commissioned Approved Benefits Effective January 1, 2024*
01
Do you possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the study of Mass Communications, Marketing, Business Administration (advertising), or any other related field of study?
YesNo
02
Do you have any relevant web or social media certifications?
YesNo
03
Please describe your supervisory experience, including number of staff, full-time/part-time status, disciplinary duties, and number of years of supervisory experience.
04
Do you have a valid Louisiana driver's license?
YesNo
Required Question
$49,379.20 Annually
Location :
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type:
Full Time Exempt
Job Number:
SCMD2024
Department:
Communications
Division:
Communications
Opening Date:
06/14/2024
Closing Date:
8/9/2024 4:59 PM Central
FLSA:
Exempt
General Summary
Senior Communications Manager of Digital Communications creates and/or manages all website content for the agency and is responsible for planning, designing, and executing social media marketing campaigns based on strategies and initiatives defined by BREC. The incumbent in this position plays a vital role in relaying timely information to the employees and general public about the various events, programs, and social activities offered throughout the year. This creative professional position works collaboratively with all departments to ensure website content is up-to-date, accurate and on-going. Individual must have a comprehensive technical knowledge of website design and social media with extensive experience and training in web content management.Requirements and Job Specifications
Education Required: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.Preferred:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
Area of Study (major) Required:
Computer Science, information technology, web communications, or digital media or mass communications or any closely related.Preferred:
Computer Science, information technology, web communications, or digital media or any closely related.
Certification(s) Required:
N/A
License(s) Required: Valid Louisiana Driver's License
Years Relevant Work Experience:
Four (4) or more years related technical experience as a webmaster or in web design, web content management or internet marketing to include management of social media platforms.Preferred:
Six (6) years or more related experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Comprehensive technical knowledge of website design and social mediaKnowledge of Facebook, Twitter and YouTubeExtensive experience with content management systems.Experience updating and creating web sites using HTML and Word Press (understanding java script, css, and php a plus)Strong computer skills & software applications; experience in MS Office Suite, including Publisher, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, knowledge of and including website maintenance.Strong interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Ability to work on multiple projects to meet both short and long-range deadlines.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Ability to plan and direct the work of others.Ability to demonstrate leadership, initiative, and problem-solving abilities.Ability to edit and optimize images.Attention to detail, especially dates, times & locations, and multi-tasking.Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with cross-functional departments.Ability to exercise good judgment based on established policies & procedures.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental staff, vendors and to relate well to representatives of public and private interest groups, the news media, the public and officials of other agencies.Functions and Duties
Essential Functions and Duties:
Responsible for supervising two full time staff members.Creates, designs, and manages all published content to include page layout, images, video and written/edits for web-based projects.Creates and updates secondary BREC websites (coding).Manages BREC website development and maintenance contracts.Manages overall BREC social media budget.Works with Marketing Managers on branding that promotes BREC's professional image.Create and implement social media Calendar for all accounts.Create reports and provide results on social media advertisement.Oversees social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, blogs, photo sites etc.) monitoring, posting strategic content and developing and executing social media marketing campaigns.Responsible for monitoring website to include identifying ROI for programs, tracking metrics actual vs. target, and measuring impact of efforts and engagement of users on a monthly basis.Contribute to writing and editing site content.Designs and prepares elements/graphic images for the web.Develop and implement Social Media Training manuals.Develop and expand community and/or blogger outreach efforts.Develops and maintains intuitive and user-friendly web pages.Ensure website and portal are up-to-date and accurate and respond to users in a "Social" way.Manage the heavy volume of emails produced by info@brec.org.Produce relevant content to reach BREC's idea customers.Produces applications, forms and related web pages.Regulate and manage access rights of different users on website.Troubleshoots website operation, tracks site usage statistics and monitors performance.Assists with Special Events as needed.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by his or her supervisor.Supplemental Information
Days/Hours Worked:
Full time position, a minimum of 40 hours per week, lunch break daily. Some evening and weekend hours as required
2024 FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
HEALTH INSURANCE : Comprehensive medical benefits including HMO, PPO, and Blue Saver (Qualified High Deductible High Savings Account) and options are provided through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana. Coverage is effective the first of the month, following two months of employment, a (2 month waiting period). Employee cost per month for HMO: $175.43 - employee only; $597.45 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $962.52 - family. Employee cost per month for PPO: $375.23 - employee only; $975.50 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent 162.68.57 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $290.49 - family. BREC also offers voluntary insurance plans: Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Cancer/Critical Care, Long and Short-term Disability, Term and Whole Life).
LIFE INSURANCE : All full-time employees are insured under a Group Term-Life Insurance policy through Equitable Life Insurance Company a subsidiary of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana. Coverage is subject to decrease at age 65 and 70. There is no cost to the employee except for salaries more than $50,000 which are subject to the imputed income clause under the IRS regulations. Coverage is effective immediately.
RETIREMENT SYSTEM : BREC contributions to the City-Parish Employees' Retirement System for each employee amount to 40.32% of salary. Employees contribute at the rate of 9.5%. Retirement contributions are tax deferred. Personal contributions are kept on account and refunded if employees leave BREC before their retirement. Additional benefit opportunities are available after 25 years through the DROP program. BREC also offers a Supplemental Retirement DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN through payroll deduction.
HOLIDAYS : BREC employees receive twelve (12) paid holidays per year.
SICK LEAVE : BREC employees accumulate sick leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increase based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 30 days of continuous employment.
ANNUAL LEAVE : BREC employees earn annual leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increased based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 90 days of continuous employment.
FULL-TIME STATUS : Upon completion of a six-month probationary periods and approval of supervisor, full-time status will be achieved.
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS : BREC full-time employees can take advantage of a generous discount. Some restrictions may apply. See the discount policy for more details.
EAP : BREC's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is administered by Hidalgo Health Associates. They EAP helps employees and their family members resolve personal or work-related problems.
CREDIT UNION : BREC employees are eligible to join the City Federal Credit Union and/or Pelican State Credit Union and enlist in payroll deduction plan. Direct deposit to the Credit Union is also available.
FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS : BREC is a qualifying employer for public service loan forgiveness. Employees who have Federal Direct Loans and have made 120 payments on the Federal Direct Loans (after October 1, 2007) may be eligible for the remaining loan balance to be forgiven.
LA START : This 529 Qualified Tuition savings plan may be open on behalf of a named Beneficiary by anyone, including legal entities, provided that the Account Owner or the Beneficiary is a resident of Louisiana. Account Owners may save at their own pace, in amounts they can afford.
FSA : BREC offers an FSA that allows employees to contribute a portion of their regular earnings before taxes. Distributions from the account must be used to reimburse the employee for qualified expenses related to medical and dental services.
SUPPLEMENT BENEFITS : BREC offers voluntary benefits through AFLAC or Colonial Life. Those benefits include accident insurance, critical care, life, LTD and STD.
BREC reserves the right to at any time and from time to time to modify or amend, in whole or in part, any or all of the provisions of the benefit package.
*Commissioned Approved Benefits Effective January 1, 2024*
01
Do you possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the study of Mass Communications, Marketing, Business Administration (advertising), or any other related field of study?
YesNo
02
Do you have any relevant web or social media certifications?
YesNo
03
Please describe your supervisory experience, including number of staff, full-time/part-time status, disciplinary duties, and number of years of supervisory experience.
04
Do you have a valid Louisiana driver's license?
YesNo
Required Question