Social Media & Marketing Specialist

Social Media & Marketing Specialist

CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA

Join Our Team: Be the Creative Force Behind Our Social Media Success!

Hiring Range: $19.65 - $21.62/hour

Part-Time | Up to 28 hours a week

Essential Work Serving Your Community!

What You'll Do

The Social Media & Marketing Specialist will support the organization's marketing and communication efforts by assisting with social media management, content creation, event promotion, and community engagement.

Work assignments may consist of:

Social Media and Digital Content

Create and schedule social media content, draft captions and promotional messaging, monitor engagement and respond to comments or messages as directed, research current social media trends, and track basic analytics to help evaluate performance.Photography, Video and Community Promotion

Capture photos and videos at programs, events, and activities to support marketing and community outreach efforts, while collaborating with staff to develop engaging content that promotes Parks & Recreation programs and events. Evening, weekend and holiday work will be required as needed for event and program support and promotion.Graphic Design and Marketing Materials

Create graphics, flyers, and promotional materials using Canva or similar design tools while supporting marketing campaigns, promotional projects, and consistent department branding.Website and Communications

Assist with updating website content and event calendars, preparing newsletters and other promotional communications, and supporting department marketing needs.

Why Join Our Team?

A Career with Purpose

Join a dynamic team where collaboration, creativity, and professional growth are valued, and where you can make a meaningful impact every day.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Digital Media, Graphic Design, Advertising, Journalism, Business Administration, Media Studies or Hospitality and Event Management, or equivalent work experience.
• Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License.

BE PART OF SOMETHING ESSENTIAL

This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to build a stable, rewarding career while serving the residents and businesses of Fredericksburg. Join a knowledgeable, dedicated team that values accuracy, fairness, collaboration, public service, and committed to the City's Core Values.

Apply online: www.fredericksburgva.gov/careers

The position will remain open until filled. Completed City Employment Applications should be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on September 18, 2026.

Questions? [email protected]

The City of Fredericksburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.