Communications Coordinator

Communications Coordinator

Salary

$6,276.40 - $8,009.73 Monthly

Location

City Hall, 411 W. 8th Street, Medford, OR

Job Type

Temp (short-term) for interns and special projects

Job Number

2026-20400-01

Department

City Manager

Division

Communication

Opening Date

07/09/2026

Closing Date

7/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

Non-Represented & Management

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Summary

Please note: This is a full-time, limited-duration position anticipated to begin in September and continue through approximately mid-December 2026. The assignment may be extended based on department needs and City approval.

Looking for an opportunity to use your writing, creativity, and communication skills in a meaningful way? The City of Medford is seeking a full-time, limited-duration Communications Coordinator to support the City Manager's Office beginning in September and continuing through approximately mid-December 2026. The assignment may be extended based on department needs and City approval.

This role is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and likes helping people stay informed. The work may include writing content for the City's website, social media, and newsletters; helping with public information materials; creating graphics; taking photos or video; and supporting communications for City programs, services, and events.

We're looking for someone who is organized, comfortable managing multiple projects, and able to turn information into clear, helpful messages for the community. If you enjoy creative work, public service, and being part of a team that helps connect people with what's happening in their city, we'd love to hear from you.

Required Education and Experience:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) or more years of experience including writing, editing, and proofing of marketing materials for media relations, digital photography, and videography.
• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or other specific area of study as deemed applicable may substitute for two (2) years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating audio/video equipment.
• Experience in a public sector/government environment.

Available Schedule:

• 8 hours daily, Monday - Friday

Compensation & Information on Benefits

This position is part of the Non-Represented employee group.

Learn more about our benefits HERE.

The anticipated hiring range for the Communications Coordinator position is $36.21 (first step) to $38.02 or $39.92 (second or third step). The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education, experience, and qualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials, alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Six steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.

Healthcare Benefits:

• Medical, vision and dental benefits for employee and family, paid at 100% by the City with the opportunity to buy-up to a lower deductible plan
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance - policy value of $50,000 paid by the City
• Long-term disability insurance provided by the City

Retirement Benefits:

• Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension after retirement at no cost to employee
• PERS is 100% fully paid as the City pays both the employer and the employee's (6%) contributions
• Deferred Compensation retirement plan (Section 457 Plan) for employees retirement planning

Additional Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to the Citys fully equipped fitness center 24/7

Examples of Job Duties

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Recommends innovative and promotional avenues of communication for various types of media and suggests effective communication strategies to management.
• Creates regular, relevant written and multimedia content for websites, social media, e-newsletters, and other communication channels.
• Consistently attend and actively participate in City events, meetings, and activities, which may occur during or after regular work hours and on weekends.
• Supports departments with advice and assistance on communications, community relations and media relations.
• Supports Communications & Marketing Manager in responses to inquiries and complaints received from citizens and community stakeholders.
• Helps facilitate all advertising, promotions, publicity, and public outreach activities.
• Provide graphic design support for public education campaigns including creating graphics for fliers, social media posts, the City's website, ads, etc.
• Capture photographs and create, edit, and produce video content to showcase City programs, events, and services.

Other Functions of the Position:

• Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
• Handles job stress and interacts effectively with others in the workplace.
• Fosters an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
• Is an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
• Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

Competencies:

Active Listening- Effective performers offer their full attention when others speak. They listen actively, giving verbal and nonverbal cues of their interest. When the speaker has finished, they paraphrase what was said to ensure understanding.

Communicativeness- Effective performers recognize the essential value of continuous information exchange. They actively seek information from a variety of sources and disseminate it in a variety of ways. They use modern technologies to access and circulate information. They take responsibility for ensuring that their peers and supervisors have the current and accurate information needed for success.

Creativity- Effective performers generate original ideas, encourage new ways of thinking, explore options, and develop innovative solutions. They challenge pre-existing conceptions and offer alternatives. They find new ways to look at old problems. They encourage others to challenge old assumptions and try innovative improvements.

Organizing & Planning- Effective performers have strong organizing and planning skills that allow them to be highly productive and efficient. They manage their time wisely, and effectively prioritize multiple competing tasks. They plan, organize, and actively manage meetings for maximum productivity.

Written Communication- Effective performers write clearly and concisely, composing informative and convincing memos, e-mails, letters, reports, and other documents. Regardless of the format, they can use the written language to convey both substance and intent with accuracy.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

This position primarily works indoors in an office setting with adequate lighting and regulated environmental conditions. Field work and travel may be required and expose the incumbent to various weather conditions and terrains. Occasional exposure to disruptive people and loud noises.

This position involves extended periods of sitting and standing with occasional pushing, pulling and lifting up to 25 pounds to operate, move and transport equipment. Requires ability to communicate verbally, to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals, and a heightened awareness of hazards in various environments when conducting field work. The safe operation of a motor vehicle is required.

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT (Please read):

• It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess.
• Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a "see resume" response.
• Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience as we compare applicants.

How to Apply:

• Applications are only accepted online and must be received by the posted closing date/time.
• Selection procedures and timelines subject to change.
• Those selected must be able to provide proof of legal right to work in this country.

Use of AI-Generated Content in Employment Applications

Employment with the City of Medford can be competitive, often there are many qualified applicants for each open position. We want to see application materials that reflect an applicant's unique personality and that accurately reflect their experience. The use of AI-generated content to complete employment applications and/or supplemental questions is discouraged and may result in disqualification. Each submission will be verified for originality and authenticity. However, AI tools for grammar checking and resume formatting are permitted.

Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following:

• Criminal history background investigation
• Clear drug screen following federal law
• Professional reference check

Questions or Assistance:

• If you have questions about the job posting, please contact the Human Resources department at (541) 774-2014.
• For technical assistance completing your online application, please contact Government Jobs at (855) 524-5627.
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VETERANS PREFERENCE:

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference during the hiring and/or promotional selection process. As verification of eligibility, a Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) must be uploaded with the online employment application. Disabled veterans must also upload a copy of the veterans disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT:

The City of Medford is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

ADA:

The City of Medford complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you consider yourself disabled and require assistance in the application process, please contact (541) 774-2074 or email: ada@cityofmedford.org.

The City of Medford offers an excellent total comprehensive benefit package to all full-time employees.

This position is part of the non-represented employee group. Please visit our Employee Benefits webpage for more details.

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Are you a current or former servicemember of the Oregon National Guard and seeking consideration for Veterans' Preference in this recruitment? Reminder: If yes, you must upload documentation verifying Oregon National Guard service (e.g., DD214 or NGB Form 22 showing an HONORABLE discharge or release, or other state recognized documentation confirming Oregon National Guard service) by the recruitment closing date

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The City recognizes the existence and potential benefits of AI tools in assisting with responses to supplemental questions. However, it is important to note that these tools should not be utilized as the primary source for such responses. Applicants are encouraged to rely on their own experiences, insights, and understanding to ensure authenticity and personalization in their submissions. By initialing below, I acknowledge that any reliance on AI to formulate my responses beyond a supplementary role may result in my disqualification from advancing in the selection process.

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Describe why you are interested in this position and how your life or work experiences have prepared you for this role.

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Tell us about your experience creating messages for multiple communication channels and audiences.

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Which of the following communication platforms have you used professionally? Please select all that apply.

• Facebook
• Twitter/X
• Instagram
• TikTok
• Email/text platforms
• Website content management systems
• Canva or other graphic design platforms
• Video editing tools
• Other
• None of the above

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For each platform selected above, briefly describe your level of professional experience. Please include examples.

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Describe a time when you had several competing deadlines or projects. How did you prioritize your work?

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Describe a time when you identified a need or opportunity and took initiative without being asked. What action did you take, and what was the outcome?

Required Question

Employer City of Medford (Oregon)

Address 411 W. 8th St., Room 110

Medford, Oregon, 97501

Phone (541) 774-2010

Website https://www.medfordoregon.gov