Marketing Assistant

Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Canva, with experience creating marketing, magazine layouts, and promotional materials. Experience managing social media platforms, including content creation, scheduling, and audience engagement. Strong graphic design skills with an eye for layout, branding, and visual communication. Excellent written communication, organizational, and time management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively in a team environment. Ideal Candidate Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Canva, with experience creating marketing, magazine layouts, and promotional materials. Experience managing social media platforms, including content creation, scheduling, and audience engagement. Strong graphic design skills with an eye for layout, branding, and visual communication. Excellent written communication, organizational, and time management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively in a team environment. Summary Under general supervision, the Marketing Assistant assists in the planning and organization of registration, marketing, publicity, and community outreach efforts in accordance with District policies and procedures. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Assist in the development and implementation of social media strategies and campaigns Assist in the administration and maintenance of the District’s website Compile and maintain distribution lists for mailings and electronic communications Solicit feedback from participants and visitors through online surveys and distribute relevant response data to staff in the District units Promote District events, activities, facilities, and other special projects Support staff in District Units in the development of news releases, special event flyers/brochures, community announcements, project-based communications, or other communication methods Assist with the registration process, including the administration and maintenance of the software Assist in the preparation and distribution of the Recreation Division Program Guides Answer, screen, and route phone calls from the public Other Duties And Responsibilities May drive a District or personal vehicle to deliver materials or attend meetings Perform other related duties as assigned Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty* satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required: Education/Experience: A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: graduation from high school or GED and at least 2,000 hours of relevant work or volunteer experience, with at least 30 college units completed in recreation or a related field. An associate degree is preferred. Must be at least 18 years old. Experience working with Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Canva, and a variety of social media platforms. Language Ability: Ability to communicate effectively in English in both written and oral form. Ability to write routine correspondence using correct spelling and grammar. Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Reasoning Ability: Ability to use common sense and exercise good judgement in solving problems. Ability to establish effective relationships with fellow employees, volunteers and participants and parents/guardians. Portfolio Submission Requirement: Applicants must submit a digital portfolio showcasing examples of their graphic design, marketing, and social media work. Portfolios may be submitted as a PDF attachment or a link to an online portfolio and must be included with the application. Certificates And Licenses Pediatric First Aid & CPR/AED within 90 days of employment A valid California Driver's License with a good driving record and current automobile insurance Department of Justice fingerpring clearance Proof of a negative TB skin test Supervisory Responsibilities There are no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a community center or office environment subject to frequent public contact and interruption, and to intermittent exposure to individuals acting in a disagreeable fashion. The noise level is usually moderate. The employee frequently works in the field and in outdoor weather conditions subject to extreme heat or cold; and where the noise level may be loud. Exposure to hazardous conditions may vary according to Unit assignment. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilityes to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is frequently required to lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds. The physical demands may vary according to Unit assignment. Selection Process Based on the information provided in the application documents, those candidates with the most desirable qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process. Not all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Be sure to include all pertinent information regarding your education and experience. Fill out the application completely; blank spaces may cause rejection; do not refer to resume. Falsification or omission of material fact is cause for rejection, removal from the eligibility list, or dismissal. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications should be submitted as soon as possible as the position will close either at 5:00 p.m. on the filing deadline, or when the listed number of applications are received, whichever occurs first. Examination: Candidate selection will be based on competitive examinations. Test content will be related to the job. A driver license will be requested for identification and admission to the testing area. If there is more than one part to an examination, candidates must pass each part. Candidates with passing scores will be asked to compete in successive parts of the examination. Written Test/Practical Exercise: A written test and a practical exercise may be used, in addition to the appraisal interview. Appraisal Interview: A job related appraisal interview will be conducted to evaluate and compare participating candidates’ knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to those factors which job analysis has determined to be essential for successful performance of the job. After the Appraisal Interview, the top candidates will be invited to a staff interview. Tentative Schedule Testing week of November 30th In accordance with the Immigration and Control Act of 1986, the Conejo Recreation and Park District must verify that all new employees have written proof of their right to work in the United States at the time of hire. Reasonable Accommodation For Individuals With Disabilities The District encourages applications from qualified individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Individuals who will require a reasonable accommodation to take a test as part of the selection process must notify Human Resources. Applicants with disabilities that affect sensory, manual or speaking skills may be provided with a test in a format that does not require the use of the impaired skill. Persons requesting reasonable accommodation will be required to provide documentation of such need. Note: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice Retirement New employees participate in a 2% @ 62 retirement plan through the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) (unless considered “classic” members as defined by CalPERS). There is an employee contribution and an employer contribution. The District does not participate in Social Security. Health Insurance Available - subject to eligibility Paid time off personal leave for sick and vacation available in accordance with District policies. #J-18808-Ljbffr