Nassau County is 726 square miles of natural beauty located in the northeast corner of Florida along the Atlantic Ocean and Interstate 95. With 13 miles of pristine beaches, hundreds of miles of rivers, historic downtown Fernandina Beach, and an expanding economy. The combination of rich history, rural charm, natural resources, quality-of-life, and proximity to strategic installations provides Nassau County with unparalleled potential.  Part of the Jacksonville Metropolitan Area, Nassau County has a population of 91,113 and a regional population of 1.6 million, the Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Research (BEBR) estimates that Nassau County grew by 4.92% last year ranking as the 4th fastest-growing county, by percent growth, in Florida [2nd among counties with a population of at least 80,000]. BEBR predicts Nassau County will be the sixth fastest-growing county in the State of Florida over the next 10 years with a projected population expansion of 33% resulting in over 121,600 people calling Nassau County home.

To view the position description or submit your application for consideration, visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nassaucountyfl/

Under limited supervision, this position is responsible for the conception, design, creation, development, and production of: video, audio, graphics, print, multimedia, and social media—for dissemination to the diverse stakeholders of Nassau County.  Support major initiatives of the Department of Strategic Advancement, as directed by the BOCC and Strategic Plan.  This position must be able to tell Nassau County’s story through a variety of platforms.

• Creates compelling videos, publications, social media content and news stories about Nassau County activities, programs, plans and projects.
• Creates original content for social media, websites, news sites, and other marketing/communications platforms.
• Creates campaigns, using a variety of mediums.
• Applies visual design best practice principles to the design and development of static and interactive elements (graphics, videos, animations, etc.).
• Develops digital and print communication methods to enhance delivery of information about Nassau County’s activities.
• Works with the departmental staff to develop illustrative ways to communicate to the public.
• Develops and executes web and social media strategies to share information and engage stakeholders.
• Assists in the development of the “brand” of Nassau County.
• Works with staff to write compelling news stories for local and regional publications.
• Manages multiple, simultaneous projects to reach targets, staying on schedule and on budget.
• Collaborates closely with a variety of stakeholders, both internal and external, on all aspects of projects, including planning, content, production level and platforms, turnaround time, corrections, approvals and project estimates.
• Composes, types, prepares, files, copies and/or transmits a variety of documents, including but not limited to correspondence, daily reports, various summaries, graphs, charts, spreadsheets, reports, memos, logs, lists, etc.
• Supports departmental initiatives as directed, including upcoming Bicentennial, Visioning, and related activities.
• Participates in outreach activities as directed.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, other County personnel, Board of Commissioners, news media, consultants, various other Government Agencies, vendors, customers and the general public.
• May operate a vehicle and a variety of equipment, which may include a computer, printer, telephone, calculator, copier, fax machine, other office equipment.
• Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.
• Performs other duties as required.

(These essential functions are not a complete statement of all duties required of the job. Employees will be required to perform such other related job duties as may be assigned or required.)

This position requires a college degree or vocational training with coursework in Graphic Arts, Marketing, Journalism or related field and two (2) years of experience in advanced technical aspects of multimedia technology and equipment.  Requires experience in publications, marketing and communications.  Experience using and a working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including but not limited to ID, ai, PS, and similar publishing tools. Experience in journalism and/or writing preferred.  Requires a valid State Driver’s License.

The range for this position is $68,801.78 – $104,689.67. The County provides a comprehensive benefits program and participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and has a 3% employee contribution requirement. Voluntary supplemental 457 deferred compensation retirement is also available. For additional benefit information, visit: https://www.nassaucountyfl.com/243/Employee-Benefits.

Nassau County is a Drug Free Workplace; Nassau County values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the County supports the hiring of returning service members, military spouses, and their family members as such this position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference in accordance with applicable laws.