If you are an Internal City Employee, Retiree or Dependent/Survivor of a City Employee please apply internally via Career Icon in your Workday account.
Make a difference in the community you live in! As a Community Builder—an employee with the City of Gainesville— you will have a direct hand in building and improving your community and making a visible impact on the lives of your neighbors. Working for local government is more than a job, it’s a chance to contribute to community success and to help enhance the Gainesville way of life.
Department:
9140 GRU - CommunicationsSalary Range Minimum:
$15.00Salary Range Maximum:
$25.00Closing Date:
11/06/2024Job Details:
In addition to our competitive pay -- if you are a paid Intern -- and a great work environment, our internship program offers many benefits such as introducing students to government service via practical work experience with a flexible schedule, making available a network of professionals in each student's chosen career field and allowing students to apply their academic knowledge in the \"real world.\"#LI-Onsite
Job Description:
Write news stories, write press releases, update Web pages, SharePoint, Creates and send Daily e-Newsletter, contribute to team meetings, produce PowerPoint presentations, take photos. Student must be able to work a minimum of 15 hours per week, but preferably 20 hours a week, must be available to work at least a minimum of two consecutive semesters, although one year is preferred. May fill multiple positions. Access to reliable transportation.
Essential Job Functions:
- Write news stories and press releases.
- Update web pages and SharePoint
- Create and send Daily e-Newsletter
- PowerPoint Presentations
- Photography
- Attend and Contribute to team meetings
- Attend work on a continuous and regular basis
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:
-Actively enrolled in an accredited four-year college or university with at least a sophomore level standing.
-Journalism or communications experience.
- A current 3.0 or higher GPA.
-Available to work at least 15 hours per week
CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSES
Licenses
None.
Certifications
None.
Note:
May Require Assessment(s).
May fill multiple positions.
May establish an eligibility list.
Come join our team! The City of Gainesville offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.
All ‘regular’ employees are eligible for traditional benefits such as health insurance, life insurance, paid leave, 11 paid a holidays a year, a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan, but we also offer great things like on-site fitness centers, tuition reimbursement, on-site medical staff and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy. Please note; benefits are not available for temporary employees.
Equal Opportunity
The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability, who require special accommodations during the selection process, should notify the Human Resources Department at 352-334-5077 or TDD/TTY at 352-334-2292.
Veterans' Preference
Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are given consideration at each step of the selection process. However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07, Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans’ Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans’ Preference.
If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at HR@cityofgainesville.org or by calling 352-334-5077.