Media Specialist (Fire District)

Media Specialist (Fire District)

Salary

$66,414.40 - $91,520.00 Annually

Location

Throughout San Bernardino County, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-40041-01

Department

Fire District

Opening Date

07/25/2026

Closing Date

8/7/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

The Job

San Bernardino County Fire Protection District is recruiting for a Media Specialist who will be responsible for promoting the Fire District programs and services to internal and external audiences. Media Specialists use social media; videography, and photography; media relations; written and electronic materials; and marketing/outreach to inform the public on incidents and available services. Media Specialists also participate in outreach events/activities and support the Fire District during major media/communication incidents.

Get a glimpse of what its like to work for SBCoFD as a Media Specialist!

For more detailed information, review the Media Specialist job description.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific, benefits, refer to:

Summary of Benefits

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation and verification of employment history and education.

Travel: Travel throughout the County is required to perform duties in the community. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation and may be required to use personal vehicles (mileage reimbursement is available). At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation.

Shifts: Require some evenings, weekends, and on-call to cover Fire District activities and on-scene active incidents which occur in extreme conditions (high heat, extreme wind, sun, rain, snow, etc.).

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Education:

Sixty (60) semester (90 quarter) units of completed college coursework, half of which must be upper division, in English, Journalism, Business/Public Administration, Public Relations, Marketing or Mass Communications. A list of completed college coursework or legible transcripts must be submitted with the application if the candidate does not possess a Bachelors degree or higher in one of the qualifying fields listed above from an accredited program of study.

• -AND--

Experience: Two (2) years of related experience with primary responsibility for organizing, coordinating, and overseeing outreach projects and programs to promote organization events and activities; experience must include writing and editing brochures, newsletters, news releases, and/or promotional materials for internal and external publications.

NOTE: Ensure your work history clearly details your qualifying experience and responsibilities, including social media (post, monitor), electronic media (design, maintenance), print media (brochures, news releases, etc.), multimedia (video editing, scripts, filming), and handling public inquiries (responses, etc.).

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess and demonstrate the following:

• Experience in multimedia production, including graphic design, video editing, photography, and content creation for public information, outreach, or marketing campaigns
• Strong web content management skills, including experience using WordPress, basic HTML/CSS, or other platforms to update and maintain websites
• Experience creating and distributing content across social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, X/Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube) with a focus on brand consistency, reach and engagement
• Hands-on technical troubleshooting skills, particularly related to video production, livestreaming, field editing, and use of cameras, mics, lighting and encoding software/hardware
• Experience working in a government/public sector setting responding to major incidents
• Strong writing and communication skills with the ability to quickly turn incident updates, program messaging, or visual content into clear, concise, and engaging deliverables.
• Ability to work independently and proactively, in fast-paced, high-pressure environments with limited supervision.

Note: Applicants are requested to attach a sample of their work or a link to their portfolio (e.g., graphics video, web or writing samples) they have developed as part of their application.

Selection Process

Examination Process: There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials.

Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete your application and consider having your profile created and or updated before applying for the position. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records.

If you require technical assistance, please follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.

All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/ Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (PDF) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans Preference Information (PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.

Fire Auxiliary Services Unit

San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits* for more information

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.

• Retirement benefits subject to change.

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INSTRUCTIONS: The information on the Application and your responses to the following Supplemental Questions will be used in a competitive evaluation. Accurate responses should be provided for each question, and all experience must be clearly detailed in the work experience section of your application in order to ensure proper evaluation.

Do not refer to resume as it will NOT be reviewed. All questions should be answered appropriately.

• I understand.

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Qualifying Media Experience: Do you have two (2) years of experience with organizing, coordinating, and overseeing outreach projects and programs to provide the public with information to promote an organizations events and activities? Qualifying experience must have included writing and editing brochures, newsletters, news releases, press releases, promotional materials for internal and external publications, and creating/managing content for a variety of social media platforms.

• Yes, I have two (2) years of experience as indicated above.
• No, I do not have two (2) years of experience as indicated above.

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Qualifying Employer: Provide the name of the Employer where you acquired your qualifying experience. Ensure this employer is included and fully detailed in your work history. If none, indicate "N/A".

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Education/Coursework: If you possess a Bachelors degree (or higher) in English, Journalism, Business/Public Administration, Public Relations or Mass Communication, provide degree information in the answer field below. Example: Bachelors in Business Administration, CSUSB.

If you do not possess a qualifying degree, provide a list of coursework, including the 1) Course Title, 2) Course Number, 3) School and 4) Number of Units (indicate if semester or quarter units). Example: Intro to Sociology, SOC1, CSUSB, 3 sem units.

You can type the coursework in the field below -OR- attach a high-quality scanned copy of your transcripts (in the attachments section of the application).

If you do not possess a qualifying degree or any related coursework, indicate "N/A" in the answer field.

05

I have attached a sample of work or a link to my portfolio (e.g., graphics video, web or writing samples) I have developed as part of my application.

• Yes
• No

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Experience: Indicate the following areas in which you have two (2) years experience. Ensure details are included in your work history.

• Video Recording
• Video Editing
• Marketing/Printed Media
• Photography
• Social Media
• Internal Communications
• Crisis Communications
• Multimedia Projects
• Outreach/Public Relations
• Media Relations
• Event Planning and Support
• Graphic Design
• Web Design
• None of the above

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Multimedia Experience: Clearly describe your experience with computer-based video editing, digital cameras, script writing, creating motion graphics, taping of live programs, filming, use of green screen, PowerPoint presentations, setting up audio (microphones, mixers, PA), etc. If no experience, indicate "N/A".

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Electronic Media: Describe your experience developing or producing public information for electronic media, as well as designing, developing and/or maintaining websites. If no experience, indicate "N/A".

09

Public Relations/Information Campaigns: Describe your experience preparing and/or developing public relations/information campaigns. Include any experience compiling information for reports, promoting internal opportunities and services to employees, and coordinating media events such as award ceremonies or community/County events designed to educate the public about programs and services. If no experience, indicate "N/A".

10

Social Media: Describe your experience working with social media. Include experience where you promoted agencies and campaigns, indicate what platforms were used. If no experience, indicate "N/A".

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Graphic Design: Clearly describe your experience with graphic design, including the types of projects youve completed, the software or programs used (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.). Indicate who your intended audience was. If no experience, indicate "N/A".

12

Video Production & Editing: Provide an example and clearly describe a video project you have produced or edited. Be sure to include the tools or programs used, your role in the process and how the video was distributed (e.g., social media, website, internal use, etc.). If no experience, indicate "N/A".

13

Web Design and Management: Clearly describe your experience managing or designing content for a website. Be sure to include the platform(s) used (e.g., WordPress, Squarespace, custom HTML/CSS) and your role in content creation, layout and or technical updates. If no experience, indicate "N/A".

14

Print/Writing Experience: Clearly describe your experience writing and editing printed media such as, newsletters, news/press releases, brochures or other related materials, etc. Include the names of the events/programs or topics and indicate who your intended audience was. If no experience, indicate "N/A.

15

Technical Troubleshooting & Setup: Clearly describe your experience setting up media equipment (e.g., livestream setups, audio gear, camera systems, or software integrations)? Additionally, clearly describe your experience troubleshooting media equipment. Be sure to include the situation and how you resolved it. If no experience, indicate "N/A".

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Conditions: I understand this position will require me to be available to cover Fire Department activities, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as on-scene of active incidents which occur in extreme conditions (high heat, extreme wind, sun, rain, snow, etc.).

• I understand, and am willing and available to work under these conditions.
• I am not willing or available at this time.

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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).

• I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.

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ATTENTION GMAIL USERS

We have become aware of an increase in Gmails spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.

For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. To access the guide, download the Gmail Filter Setup Instructions (PDF). Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.

Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your www.governmentjobs.com (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.

• I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above statement.

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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.

• I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.

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Employer San Bernardino County

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