City of Omaha is hiring: Social Media Manager - Library - Part-time in Omaha

Work Type: Part-time

Nature of Work: Summary:
The work of this classification involves the creation and implementation of social media strategy. This position assists with content creation across multiple platforms. An incumbent in this position exercises considerable independence in the performance of duties and responsibilities and receives general guidance from a superior.

Education and Experience: (The knowledge, skills, and abilities above may be acquired through, but are not limited to, the following combination of education and/or experience.)

Education equivalent experience:
Essential:
* Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism or a related field AND One (1) years of related professional experience in mass communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field. OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Competencies and skills:
Essential:
* Knowledge of and ability to effectively navigate social media networks and websites.
* Knowledge of departmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
* Knowledge of library, facilities, services, and events available to patrons of the Omaha Public Library.
* Knowledge of and ability to operate a computer or other technology using standard or customized computer or systems software applications appropriate to the assigned tasks.
* Skill in videography and video editing.
* Ability to learn and adapt to advances in computer and electronics device technology and software.
* Ability to create effective content and other promotional pieces designed to attract visitors to the library.
* Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, members of the library industry, and members of the general public.
* Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and responsibilities while meeting stringent deadlines.
* Ability to adhere to safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
* Ability to sit from 76 to 100% of the time, to stand and walk from 26 to 50% of the time, and reach, bend, stoop, push and pull up to 25% of the time.
* Ability to use up to thirty (30) pounds of force up to 25% of the time to move objects.

Essential Functions: (Any one position may not perform all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all of the duties that may be performed in positions allocated to this classification.)

Detailed responsibilities:
* Creates content for a variety of platforms including, but not limited to, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Pinterest, and LinkedIn.
* Implements and manages all social media programs for the assigned division/department.
* Monitors online conversations and engages when appropriate.
* Investigates and implements new social media channels as dictated by consumer trends.
* Tracks and measures social media statistics and their impact on the overall marketing efforts.
* Creates talking points for public appearances.
* Monitors social media tools, trends, and applications and appropriately applies that knowledge to increasing the use of social media among employees the assigned division/department.
* Participates in professional associations that will increase understanding of social media tools, techniques, and applications.
* Maintains regular job attendance in accordance with a schedule established for the position by the supervisor.
* Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates within the scope of this classification.

Special Qualifications: Other information:
Must possess a valid motor vehicle operators license from the time of appointment. Must be available to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays.

Pay Range: $28.20 Hourly

Benefits: Not applicable to part-time/seasonal employment

Who Can Apply: Any person who meets the qualifications and other requirements described in this posting.

How to Apply: Completed City of Omaha employment applications must be submitted using the on-line application from the City website. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to check and ensure that any and all required application materials and supplemental forms are received by the City of Omaha Human Resources Department. You may confirm receipt of any materials and forms by contacting the Human Resources Department. If the materials are not received in the Human Resources Department, they will not be considered. There will be no exceptions to this rule.

Examination Information: Not applicable to part-time/seasonal employment

Veteran Points: Not applicable to part-time/seasonal employment

Conditions of Employment: Candidates must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or proof of permanent residence or authorization to work. The City of Omaha reserves the right to conduct criminal history, driving record, reference and credit checks and a background investigation on applicants for employment. Successfully passing a criminal background review, reference check, and if applicable, a credit check, is required as a condition of employment. If applicable, the City will require that you successfully pass a review of the driver's license, driving abstract, a pre-employment drug test, a hearing test and a back screening examination as a condition of employment. Failure to provide the information requested in the application process in a truthful, accurate and complete manner may result in disqualification, revocation of conditional employment or termination.

Reasonable Accommodation: The City of Omaha does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you need a disability-related accommodation during the job application or selection process, advise the Human Resources Department at least 48 hours prior to the need by emailing employment@cityofomaha.org.

For a complete job description please visit the City of Omaha's website at hr.cityofomaha.org/compensation

Contact Points:

City of Omaha Human Resources Department
1819 Farnam St, Suite 506
Omaha, NE 68183
Phone: (402) 444-5300
Fax: (402) 444-5314
Website: hr.cityofomaha.org
Email: employment@cityofomaha.org

The City of Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer.