"Alerted.org

Communications & Engagement Specialist

Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bozeman/jobs/newprint/5011411)

Apply



Communications & Engagement Specialist

Salary

$38.53 - $42.11 Hourly

Location

City Hall, 121 N. Rouse Ave.

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

00764

Department

City Manager

Division

Communications

Opening Date

07/17/2025

Closing Date

8/10/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

MFPE

+ Description

+ Benefits

Position Summary

The City of Bozeman is now accepting applications for a Communications & Engagement Specialist. The Communications & Engagement Specialist will develop, coordinate, and assist in delivering communications and public affairs efforts including written materials, media coordination, and various internal/external means of communications to internal and external stakeholders.

Communications & Engagement Specialists will be assigned to support specific departments and divisions, but may help departments and divisions outside of their normal duties on an as needed basis. This Communications & Engagement Specialist will support the Bozeman Police Department, Bozeman Fire Department, Neighborhood Services Division, and the Bozeman Municipal Court.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving public safety setting, showing initiative, flexibility, and a commitment to supporting events and incidents that may occur beyond regular business hours.

Bargaining Unit: Montana Federation of Public Employees

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt

Work Week: Typically Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm with work outside of business hours to support events and incidents.

Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)

+ Assists in implementing a city-wide strategic communications plan that communicates to employees, residents, businesses, and the general public;

+ Coordinates and/or assists in the coordination of public relations activities such as press conferences, public appearances, interviews, and special events;

+ Writes and edits press releases, talking points, and other related communication documents;

+ Manages social media channels, including drafting content and monitoring comments;

+ Assists in developing marketing and promotional materials for the City as they relate to communication and outreach;

+ Conveys complex issues, in succinct, easy-to-understand language, both orally and in writing;

+ Ensures that leadership and city employees are aware of media coverage through the review and dissemination of news clips and other information;

+ Attends community events as needed and disseminates information;

+ Attends various meetings and conferences, prepares agendas and presentations as required;

+ Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems;

+ Communicates with all related personnel in efforts to encourage, motivate, promote leadership, and encourage teamwork in accomplishing set forth objectives;

+ Operates modern office machines and equipment including personal computers, printers, copiers, calculators, and fax machines; routinely uses a full range of word processing and computer software applications;

+ Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees;

+ Responds to citizens’ questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner;

+ As assigned, attends and participates in staff meetings and related activities; attends workshops, conferences, and classes to increase professional knowledge;

+ Performs other duties consistent with the role and function of this classification.

Minimum Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public or Media Relations, Public Administration, Journalism, or a related field; AND

+ Some (1-3 years) experience in communications, public relations, journalism, community engagement, or outreach; OR

+ Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Thorough knowledge of effective media, public relations, social media, and communications;

+ Thorough knowledge of and experience with creating and writing press releases, newsletters, speeches, and other forms of communication outlets;

+ Some knowledge of or ability to quickly learn the function of services within the public sector, preferably within a municipal government;

+ Some knowledge of or ability to quickly learn current practices and procedures involved in City service delivery;

+ Some knowledge of or ability to quickly learn the overall functions, duties and responsibilities of assigned Departments/divisions;

+ Some knowledge of modern office procedures, practices and equipment;

+ Some knowledge of modern office filing systems and procedures;

+ Some knowledge of good phone etiquette and practices;

+ Some basic web editing experience is preferred;

+ Ability to identify communication and marketing needs and to develop strategies to address them;

+ Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and perform the work at a high level;

+ Ability to deal with a wide range of persons, including situations in which individuals may be upset over some issue involved with City activities and policies;

+ Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language;

+ Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures, and instructions;

+ Ability to prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations;

+ Ability to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks;

+ Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions;

+ Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines;

+ Ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology;

+ Ingenuity and inventiveness and the use of the appropriate levels of discretion in the performance of assigned tasks;

+ Consistently performs assignments in accordance with the City’s Core Values of Integrity, Leadership, Service and Teamwork.

Required Special Qualifications

+ Required to possess a valid Driver’s License and obtain a Montana Driver’s License within 60 days of employment;

+ Offers for employment are conditional upon a satisfactory response to post conditional offer process.

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your community by joining the City of Bozeman! You will be part of a passionate team driving positive change while enjoying a robust benefits package. Full-time City of Bozeman employees receive these best-in-class benefits:

+ 15 Paid Vacation Days increases with years of service

+ 12 Paid Sick Days

+ 13 Paid Holidays

+ 8 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave

+ Bilingual Pay Incentive ($300/month)

+ Montana Public Employee Retirement system plan options with 9.07% employer contribution and option to enroll in a 457 Retirement Plan

+ Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance including a HDHP option providing 100% employer-paid family coverage.

+ Annual Wellness Screening with participation incentives

+ Discounted Bridger Bowl Ski Tickets

+ Discounted Gym Membership

+ Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Eligible Employer

+ Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance for employees and dependents.

Employer

Bozeman, City of (MT)

Address

121 N Rouse Ave. Bozeman, Montana, 59715

Phone

406-582-2367 406-582-2970

Website

https://www.bozeman.net

Apply

Please verify your email address Verify Email