Fire Department Administrative Specialist & Events Position
Deadline: Open until filled

Starting rate $44,711/ annually

5-step pay program

Starting: $44,711; Step 1: $48,139; Step 2: $51,568; Step 3: $54,997; Step 4: $58,426; Step 5: $61,855

The City of Federal Heights is looking for an enthusiastic and well-organized individual to provide administrative support to the Fire Chief and department, as well as plan, coordinate, and promote city-sponsored events. more info at fedheights.org/jobs

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• This position resides in the Federal Heights Fire Department and assists the Fire Chief with special projects and administrative assistant duties.
• Responsible for the development, execution and management of special events and communication, marketing, advertising and social media strategies for the City of Federal Heights.
• Generates story ideas and writes/edits articles for the website, city newsletters, publications, newspaper and social media. Creates and distribution of the quarterly city newsletter, the Focus. Responsible for website content and maintenance, including updates of spreadsheets, PDFs and graphics. Monitors local newspapers and online sources, filing and distributing stories related to City of Federal Heights, oversees Citywide communications and branding efforts. Seeks out and makes recommendations for opportunities to coordinate communications efforts. Responds to general requests from the public.
• Coordinates and executes special events such as Ice Cream Socials, Annual Business Lunch, Volunteer Dinner, Holiday Commercial Lighting Contest, Mayor’s Lighting event, Employee Appreciation Lunch, Volunteer Appreciation Lunch, employee events, and other events. Produces invitations, PowerPoint presentations and proposals.
• Covers City Hall front desk as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to multi-task, remain calm and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills – written and verbal
• Attention to details and good problem-solving skills
• Skill in working effectively in a sensitive, political environment
• Excellent social media and marketing skills; media relations experience is also an asset
• Strong initiative and customer service orientation; volunteer management skills an asset
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal with a diverse type of people
• Excellent organizational, project management, time management skills and ability to cope with limited resources, seize opportunities and think creatively
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and also take initiative when the need arises
• Demonstrated consistent high energy level and flexibility, pleasant persona coupled with sound judgment; flexible, discreet, and ability to maintain confidential information; knowledge of correct protocol for specific situations
• Ability to work with minimal oversight
• Ability to use standard computer equipment and software including word processing, data base management, spreadsheet applications
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected and appointed officials, city staff, property owners and various agencies and organizations
• Knowledge of applicable City, county, State and federal statutes, regulations, ordinances and codes
• Knowledge of general principles of government operations

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Attention to detail.
• High School Graduate.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, or related fields from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Three years’ experience in corporate or government communications and/or market research.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Colorado Driver’s license.
• The City of Federal Heights conducts pre-employment drug testing and a background investigation as a condition of employment.
• Evening, weekend and/or holiday hours may be required.

WORKING ENVIRONMENTS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical activities include frequent sitting, regular standing and walking, hearing, vision, speaking and manual dexterity. Regular driving required. Office and field environment. May attend City Council meetings as requested.
• Successful candidate must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

The City of Federal Heights is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, gender, age, national origin, ancestry or disability in the hiring or promotion of its employees.

The City of Federal Heights provides the following benefits to employees: 11 holidays, vacation accruals for full-time employees are based on years of service from 6.67-13.33 hours per month. Full-time firefighters accrue vacation based on years of service from 12-18 hours per month. Full-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 8 hours per month of service to a maximum of 960 hours. Part-time employees accrue sick leave at a rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked.

Regular full-time employees, except for police officers and firefighters, are required to participate in the City’s 401(a) retirement plan. A voluntary 457 plan is also available to all regular employees. Police Officers and firefighters participate in a State-approved retirement plan, FPPA.

The City of Federal Heights offers both short-term disability and long-term disability to its regular and part-time employees. Police officers and firefighters are eligible for long-term disability benefits in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth by the State of Colorado’s Fire and Police Pension Association (FPPA).

The City of Federal Heights offers life insurance benefits to all full- and part-time employees. Part-time employees must work a minimum of 30 hours per week to be eligible for life insurance benefits. The City also offers a voluntary life insurance plan for employees to purchase additional life insurance. Regular and part-time employees are eligible for City of Federal Heights benefits the first of the month after their hire date. Part-time employees must work at least 30 hours per week to be eligible for pro-rated benefits.

Medical benefits are offered through Colorado Employers Benefit Trust (CEBT), which is self-funded multiple employer trust that currently provides employee benefits for over 300 public entities, school districts, and colleges. The City of Federal Heights offers the choice of three medical plans through CEBT. Employees can choose from an EPO, PPO, or Kaiser HMO plan. Vision insurance is provided through VSP, and dental benefits are offered through Delta Dental.

more info at fedheights.org/jobs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Work Location: One location

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