Content Creator (Administrative Officer)

Full-time position available with the Office of the City Manager, City Communications Division located at 414 E. 12th St,
Salary Range: $4,619-$6,928/month
Normal Work Days/Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: May 2, 2025


Responsibilities

We are seeking a master wordsmith who is equally passionate about the art of visual storytelling. In this role, you'll be devoted to every detail of every word, ensuring that our content not only looks stunning but also speaks directly to our community. While visuals are important, your love for language will be the driving force behind our city's narrative. You'll be part of a collaborative team of fellow content creators and designers, all dedicated to crafting an unforgettable city story.

Responsibilities:

• Wordsmith Extraordinaire: Craft, review, and perfect every word across our website, marketing materials, and digital platforms. Your mission is to ensure clarity, consistency, and a compelling narrative that resonates with our audience.
• Visual Synergy: Collaborate closely with our visual team-including photographers, designers, and motion graphics experts-to create imagery that elevates your meticulously crafted words.
• Trend Integration: Stay ahead of current trends in both content and design, merging innovative language with impactful visuals to keep our communications fresh and engaging.
• Collaborative Storytelling: Work with a dynamic team of content creators and designers to develop campaign strategies where every phrase and image is carefully curated to meet clear objectives and overcome challenges.
• Community Engagement: Use your deep understanding of language and digital culture to address questions, manage feedback, and promote city initiatives with precision and empathy.
• Innovative Content Promotion: Continuously explore and suggest new ways to highlight our city's offerings, ensuring that both our words and visuals work in perfect harmony to captivate our audience.

If you're a creative professional whose passion for words is only matched by your appreciation for great visuals, join us as our Content Creator. Bring your commitment to detail and storytelling to our collaborative team and help shape the narrative that defines our city.


Qualifications

REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree and 3 years of professional experience in business or public sector administration to include at least 2 years performing administrative and/or supervisory work involving more complex projects or programs; OR an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience with at least 2 years performing administrative and/or supervisory work involving more complex projects or programs. Preference given for experience in copywriting, journalism, communications, or a related field, with a demonstrated obsession for language and storytelling and experience in working with visual teams to complement and enhance written content.


Other Information

URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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