Company Description A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

　　As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

　　What we offer

　　Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.Benefits - We care about your well-being. Agency Description

　　The Office of Children and Families (OCF) aligns the City’s policies, resources, and services for children and families. Our priorities are: 

　　Safe children  Strong families Supported schools and communities  OCF administers a number of City supported programs, including Out-of-School Time, Community Schools, PHLPreK and Adult Education. The Office also oversees the Department of Human Services (DHS), Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, the Free Library of Philadelphia. 

　　The Communications department helps internal and external audiences understand OCF services and programs. Some primary functions of the office include: Public Relations and crisis communications Engage users with OCF social media presence Support OCF advertising efforts Publish performance management reports Ensure branding and graphic standards are followed and consistent throughout the office Respond to media requests  Job Description The Communications Specialist supports the public relations, digital communications, and community engagement efforts of the Office of Children and Families (OCF). This employee will report to the Communications Director and work closely with program staff, partner organizations, and other City departments to promote and support OCF activities. These activities include, but are not limited to, PHLpreK, Community Schools, Adult Education, Philadelphia Reading Coaches, and Foster Grandparents.

　　Essential Functions

　　Assists in managing the OCF social media strategy by drafting, scheduling, and monitoring social media content (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, NextDoor).  Assists in executing paid social media advertising campaigns as needed and tracking analytics. Prepares content such as blogs and alerts for phila.gov/families and other departments within the OCF portfolio. Processes communications requests from program staff. Oversees email marketing including content creation and list management, including the dissemination of a monthly newsletter. Monitors two OCF Communications email boxes and distributes emails for appropriate responses. Assists with drafting public statements, talking points, speeches, and press releases for OCF leadership and/or the Mayor’s Office. Assists in coordination of press conferences and events. Oversees press clipping and identifies clips that should be promoted on social media.  Manages shared calendars for events and publications across all services and programs. Manages special projects such as annual reports. Assists in procurement of promotional collateral. Other duties as assigned.  Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

　　2-4 years of experience, including internships, in media relations, digital strategy, and/or communications.  Spanish language skills, conversational and/or written, strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of WordPress, MailChimp, and MS Office Suite. Experience drafting content for social media. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite a plus.  Work-Life

　　Working hours are generally 37.5 hours per week, but could vary due to special circumstances or crisis situations.  Our team is currently hybrid with both virtual and in-office days, however the position can opt to come in the office each day if desired. 

　　Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required 

　　Additional Information TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.

　　Salary Range: $50,000 - $56,000

　　Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:

　　Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 6 weeks of paid parental leave.We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical planEmployees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidaysGenerous retirement savings options are availablePay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too! Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

　　*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

　　Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that  are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

　　The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to [email protected].

　　For more information, go to: Human Relations Website: http://www.phila.gov/humanrelations/Pages/default.aspx