Marketing Specialist-Communications and Marketing

Marketing Specialist-Communications and Marketing

Salary

$42,279.52 - $50,332.76 Annually

Location

Municipal Center - 1515 N. Galloway Avenue, Mesquite, TX

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2600289

Department

Communications and Marketing

Division

Communications and Marketing

Opening Date

07/08/2026

Closing Date

8/8/2026 4:00 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

GENERAL SUMMARY

Salary: $42,279.52 min - $50,332.76 midpoint annually (Depending on qualifications)

Responsible for creating, executing, and evaluating internal and external marketing campaigns across a variety of communication channels to increase public awareness of City of Mesquite's communications initiatives and programs, in a manner that promotes a positive and consistent image of the City's brand. Create, maintain, and promote a favorable public relations image and the mission and vision of the department through a variety of media and marketing tools.

SUPERVISION

General supervision is provided by the Director of Communications and Marketing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct and Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Ensure all marketing materials and communications consistently align with the City of Mesquite's branding guidelines.
• Adhere to assigned work schedule. May require some evening and weekend attendance for coverage of events.
• Research, plan, write, edit, and proofread copy for official city communication, including both internal and external communications.
• Write engaging and informative copy for marketing materials, newsletters, social media, website and other advertising with Associate Press style; completed products must meet City organizational standards for writing, style, and grammar.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure delivery of effective educational, informational, and/or instructional pieces.
• Create and implement marketing plan schedules on time and within budget.
• Assist with design development and creation of print and digital communications within production deadlines.
• Helps with project management and workflow of the department.
• Coordinates English and Spanish social channels.
• Management of workflow and production for mayor's celebratory documents,
• Evaluate the effectiveness of campaigns and initiatives through metric analysis; provide recommendations for improvement, as appropriate.
• Assist staff with creating and managing outreach efforts at special events and other educational meetings, including informational booths, displays and other related materials.
• Assist with maintaining an up-to-date City website regarding information for departmental webpages in text and graphics.
• Attend classes, workshops, and meetings to stay up to date with current trends and opportunities in marketing.
• Represent the City in various professional organizations, and external or internal committees as assigned.
• Assist with budget development for marketing and outreach programs; research expenditures, writes marketing bid specifications, write purchase orders, and verify purchase receipts.
• Communicate effectively to diverse audiences and seek creative and up-to-date methods for reaching all potential populations affected by City programs.
• Exhibit initiative and creativity in execution of individual projects and building partnerships with stakeholders to support integrated public education and marketing communications efforts.
• Design skills and knowledge to include Adobe Creative Cloud and Canva Pro.
• Some video production skills are a plus.
• Spanish/Bilingual Speaking and Writing Skills a plus (stipend offered for written and speaking Spanish skills upon qualification).

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in communication, marketing, journalism, English, or related field,

OR

Associate's degree in communication, marketing, journalism, English or related field; and

Two (2) years' experience in communications, marketing, public outreach, or related field with extensive written and verbal communication.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Possession of a valid driver's license.

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evenings or weekends.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position does not require a physical for employment.

Applicants with disabilities meeting the job requirements and capable of performing the essential functions of the job, either on their own or with reasonable accommodations, are encouraged to apply.

Full Time Employees:

The City of Mesquite offers the Zero Premium, Employee Only Benefits under the following plans: High Deductible Medical Plan, Dental HMO Plan, Vision Plan, and Life Insurance.

The City is self-insured and offers a choice of two medical plans: HSA, and High Deductible Medical Plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Employee medical coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates. Employees enrolled in the Citys self-insured medical plan also have access to the Mesquite Employee Health Center (MEHC) clinic and pharmacy.

The City offers three dental plan options: a managed plan (DHMO), an indemnity plan (DPPO), an enhanced indemnity plan (DPPO Enhanced). Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.

The City offers free Vision Insurance to all employees. Dependents can be added for an additional fee.

Basic Group Life Insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. The following voluntary benefits are available to full-time employees: Supplemental Life, AD&D Insurance, Cancer Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the TMRS. TMRS is a qualified tax-deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.

Other benefits include Social Security, Tax Saver Program (Section 125 Flexible Spending Account), Deferred Compensation Plans, Direct Deposit, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal Leave.

For more information about the City of Mesquites employee benefits, please visit: http://www.cityofmesquite.com/hrbenefits

01

Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.

• Less than High School completion
• High School or GED equivalency
• Technical or Community College attendance
• Technical School completion
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Ph.D.
• Juris Doctorate

02

Identify your degree area of study for the position of Marketing Specialist-Communications and Marketing.

• No Degree
• Communications
• Marketing
• Journalism
• English
• Related Field
• Non-related Field

03

Indicate how many years experience you have in communications, marketing, public relations or other related field with extensive written and verbal communication.

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 years to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• More than 5 years

04

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

05

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: If you are a current City of Mesquite employee, have you been employed in your current position with the City of Mesquite for at least 3 months? Please indicate the option that best represents your current status.

• No, I do NOT work for the City of Mesquite
• Yes, I am a current seasonal employee with the City of Mesquite
• Yes, I have been in my current City position as a fulltime/parttime employee for at least 3 months
• No, I have NOT been in my current City of Mesquite position as a fulltime/parttime employee for 3 months

Required Question

Employer City of Mesquite

Address 1515 N Galloway Ave

Mesquite, Texas, 75149

Phone 9722166218

Website http://www.cityofmesquite.com