Social Media Coordinator

Salary: $26.02 - $28.62 Hourly
Location : Hampton Police Department, Hampton, VA
Job Type: WAE - Hourly
Job Number: 09428
Department: POLICE
Opening Date: 07/27/2026
Closing Date: 8/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt


Function


"Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring."


The purpose of this class is to develop and manage the social media initiatives for the Hampton Police Division. This job works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Plans and implements technology-based strategies to assist the Hampton Police Division in communicating information regarding the community, employee, and public relations; provides guidance in the areas of social networking and community relations, marketing, media relations, and official event planning as required; develops plans and programs to meet specific needs.
• Creates and reworks content for various social media sites. Interacts w/ social media users as a key voice of the Hampton Police Division. Monitors platforms periodically during evening and weekend hours; responding to citizens as necessary.
• As needed, prepare presentations or videos to promote the Hampton Police Division at the direction of the Chief of Police or his designee. May also be required to accompany and assist the Chief at presentations in the community.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in in Web Development, Marketing, Graphics, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Media or a related field required. A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.
• Requires four (4) years of experience in social media and Web or blog site management; good knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and directives applicable to governmental public information or closely related experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
• Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
• Requires effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Duties may be performed outside normal working hours.
• Requires some local travel.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

* This is a part-time position.
Benefits Overview
This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:

• Sentara Health Plans
• EAP Provider: ComPsych
• OptumRx
• Delta Dental Insurance
• Anthem Blue View Vision
• FSA Reimbursement accounts

• Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
• Chubb Term Life Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA

• Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
• Other forms of leave include:
  • Maternity Leave
  • Parental Bonding Leave
  • Care for Sick Parent Leave
  • Birthday Leave
  • Personal day (available every quarter)

The eleven paid holidays each year include:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• President's Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• Employee's birthday
• The retirement plan is offered through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS1-888-827-3847) and is a defined benefit pension plan. For more information, see the VRS website.
• Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is Securian Financial.
• Mission Square Retirement plans 457, Roth IRA, Roth 457 plans are offered through Mission Square RetirementView phone number on click.appcast.io). For more information, visit
• Medical / Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.
• Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.
• Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.
• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.
• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family contact CompPysch at View phone number on click.appcast.io or see

01


Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education in Web Development, Marketing, Graphics, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Media or a related field ?

• High School or GED
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree or Higher

02


Which of the options below best describes your experience in social media and Web or blog site management?

• No experience
• 1-2 years experience
• 3-4 years experience
• 5-8 years experience

03


Which of the options below best describes your knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and directives applicable to governmental public information?

• No knowledge
• Basic knowledge
• Moderate knowledge
• Extensive knowledge

04


Please list below the graphic design software you are proficient in using.
05


This position requires a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below:
06


I understand that this position will require the flexibility to work non-standard work hours when needed.

• Yes
• No

07


I understand this position requires successfully passing testing for controlled substances and successfully passing a background investigation to include a polygraph examination.

• Yes
• No

08


Have you ever been charged with a crime (felony or misdemeanor) that has not been expunged, even if you were found not guilty, or the charges were dismissed?

• Yes
• No

09


Have you ever had a sustained investigation by the Department of Social Services in regards to child abuse or neglect?

• Yes
• No

10


Have you ever been rejected for employment or terminated for ANY reason, by ANY law enforcement agency? If yes, please provide the agency and reason.
11


Have you EVER been terminated from ANY job or received a written reprimand? If yes, please provide details below.
12


Have you EVER, as an ADULT or JUVENILE, been arrested, charged, indicted or convicted for violation(s) of ANY city, municipal, state, or federal law, whether Felony or Misdemeanor? ? If so, provide an explanation that includes date, location, charge and disposition.
13


Have you EVER been detained by ANY law enforcement representative, been the subject of ANY criminal investigation, or been named as the accused on a warrant? If "yes", please explain below in detail.
14


Have you EVER received ANY tickets for traffic violations (excluding parking tickets) on ANY license that you have held since you began driving? If "yes", list type of violation, date received, jurisdiction, and disposition (i.e. fine, suspension, charge(s) dismissed) below.
15


Have you EVER consumed ANY drugs prescribed for another person? If "yes" provide the name or type of drug(s) and the last time consumed:
16


Have you EVER used, tried, ingested, or experimented with marijuana or ANY illegal narcotics or dangerous drugs or substances (i.e. heroin, cocaine, speed, LSD, methamphetamine, anabolic steroids, pcp, ecstasy, hallucinogens, exotic drugs, spice/salvia, etc.)? If "yes", indicate what type of drug and when you last used it?
17


Have you EVER sold ANY type of illegal drug, delivered illegal drugs, or directed another person where to buy drugs to include marijuana? If "yes", indicate what type of drug and the last time you engaged in these activities.
18


Have you applied for ANY other Law Enforcement Agencies (Federal, State, & Local) either presently or in the past? If so, please provide the agency and results below.
19


Have you purposely omitted ANY information from your employment application?

• Yes
• No

Required Question