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Salary : $93,074.54 - $113,132.76 AnnuallyLocation : Santa Barbara, CAJob Type: Full-time ClassifiedJob Number: 2025-###-####-AIR-EUDepartment: AirportOpening Date: 06/18/2025Closing Date: 7/10/2025 5:30 PM Pacific DESCRIPTIONABOUT USAt the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive. Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here.The Santa Barbara AirportAs the Tri-County region's "Airport of Choice", Santa Barbara Airport will be self-sustaining, exceed expectations for safety and quality service, and meet the air transportation and economic development needs of its customers and partners. Read more about the Airport Department here.BENEFITSTHE POSITIONUnder the general direction of the Marketing Supervisor, the Marketing Coordinator will support the planning and implementation of all marketing and communication functions for Santa Barbara Airport. These functions include the following: developing and managing internal and external communications; maintaining brand identity and consistency throughout all marketing and communication efforts; supporting stakeholder engagement efforts; planning community engagement events and programs; and other needs of the Airport Department related to marketing and communications.The Marketing Coordinator should be a well-rounded communications professional; a generalist with experience managing a wide variety of marketing and communications programs. Ideal candidates are independent self-starters, strong writers, highly creative, supportive team members, organized individuals, and have excellent interpersonal skills. Experience within customer-driven public sector entities or non-profits will be helpful.EMPLOYMENT STANDARDSKnowledge of: Marketing strategies, principles, and best practicesWebsite design and content managementSocial media platform development and managementDesign programs including Adobe Creative Suite and CanvaMicrosoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and TeamsAbility to:Write and edit materials for diverse channels and audiences, including website articles, social media posts, and press releasesManage content, strategy, and engagement for social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTubeProduce and design graphics for both digital and print materials, including flyers, digital ads, and social media graphicsSupport the planning and implementation of events ranging from large-scale community events to smaller in-terminal activations Coordinate and facilitate outreach efforts, including on-site educational events/field trips and external community engagement opportunitiesTrack, analyze, and provide reports on performance metrics for various communications channelsWork collaboratively with other Airport divisions, City departments, external stakeholders, and community partners on projects, events, and communication needsPositively represent the Airport and City at various community events, networking opportunities, and industry conferencesDemonstrate high levels of organization and time management skills while balancing multiple projects in a fast-paced environmentExperience/Education: 3-5 years of increasingly responsible experience in the marketing and/or communications field. Bachelor's degree in journalism, marketing, communications, or related field is desirable.Physical Conditions: Requires frequent walking and standing; the ability to lift/carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds; stoop and crouch and handle recreational equipment.SELECTION PROCESSApplicants must submit a completed City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that qualify you for this position. Applications, supplemental questionnaires, and acknowledgement forms will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the exam process. Applications and supplemental questionnaires may be rejected if incomplete. Applicants must also successfully complete an aviation clearance for unescorted access to airfield and terminal areas.The selection process may consist of the following: application/questionnaire rating, practical/written exercise, oral board exam, departmental interview. ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONCITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE SUBMITTED TO HUMAN RESOURCES BY 5:30 P.M. ON THURSDAY, JULY 10, 2025.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)The City of Santa Barbara is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, or other factors. We believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and empowered. THESALARY RANGE consists of five steps, each representing an increase of approximately five percent. STEP INCREASES, through the top salary step, are tied to job performance with annual performance reviews. Employees receive annual performance reviews.THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS may vary and are subject to collective bargaining:Note: Part-time employees receive pro-rated benefits, e.g., 50%, 60%, etc. The City is a member of the Coastal Housing Partnership, which offers home loan assistance and rental reductions.A standard 9/80 schedule is observed, with most offices closed every other Friday.Flexwork/Telecommuting is available.Bilingual pay may be available at a rate of $64 / pay period.Vacation is accrued at 96 hours / year, increasing with City service.Personal leave (32 hours) is provided each July 1st at the start of the fiscal year (pro-rated the first year).Sick leave is accrued at the rate of 96 hours / year.Holidays: 12 holidays are observed / year. Paid holiday time is awarded at the employee's applicable schedule, i.e., 9/80, 4/10, etc.Retirement: The City does not participate in Social Security.PERS Miscellaneous Formula: "Classic" members: 2.7% @ 55; City contributes 12.03% and employee contributes 8% of salary. "New" members: 2% @ 62; City contributes employee 12.03% and employee contributes 7.75% of salary.Insurance including medical, dental and vision benefits are available under a group plan. Click here for the benefits rate sheet: General Unit Rate Sheet.Cafeteria 125 Plan: Employees who opt-out of the group insurance coverage or who select employee only coverage may be eligible for a cash pay-out of up to $362.38 / month.Life and AD&D Insurance: City-paid term life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment ($50,000 each) are provided.Employee Assistance Program: A City-paid EAP is available for employees and members of their household.Long-term Disability Insurance is provided.State Disability Insurance (SDI) and Paid Family Leave (PFL) is provided. Employee pays 1.1% of salary. For 2025, the anticipated SDI/PFL rate is 1.2% of salary.Deferred Compensation Savings Plans (457) are available to employees through a deferred compensation program.Uniforms will be provided by the City to those employees required to wear a uniform.Employee must pay an amount equal to 1.45% of salary toward Medicare. An equal amount is paid by the City.Revised 12/1/202401 Describe your experience with web design, social media, and content development. Please include number of years of experience, programs used, and experience working with teams and/or special projects. 02 Provide an example of a communications, marketing, or outreach campaign that you worked on that required collaboration. How did you effectively work with diverse individuals while balancing the needs of the project? How did you decide on the most appropriate channels and/or tools to reach and engage with specific audiences? 03 Describe your experience with planning, implementing, and promoting events. Provide an example of an event that you are especially proud of. What was the budget for this event and how were you involved in the management of the budget? Why are you especially proud of this event? 04 Please submit 3-5 examples of marketing/communications materials you've had responsibility in designing, editing and/or publishing. Please include at least one writing sample. Other examples could include social media posts, newsletters, videos, website content, event materials, public signage, etc. I acknowledge that I have attached 3-5 examples of marketing/communications materials that I designed, edited, and/or published. Required Question