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Job Description
ABOUT US
At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website . Read on to find out more about this opportunity.
The Department of Cultural Services enriches the community by fostering creativity, inclusion, and lifelong engagement in the arts. The Department fulfills a number of key functions including operating the Marin Center facilities and campus as rental venues and producing the award-winning Marin County Fair. In partnership with Marin Cultural Association, the Department programs diverse events and exhibits in the visual arts galleries, oversees the Frank Lloyd Wright Civic Center docent tour program, and supports art and culture in Marin County through increasing participation, advancing collaboration, and optimizing resources to create greater access to the arts for all Marin County residents regardless of age, race, ability, or means.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Cultural Services, the on-site Media Manager manages a variety of media, communications, and outreach-related activities in support of strategic initiatives, including those involving strategic public relations, marketing, organizational branding, social media, graphics, audio/visual projects, public information, and content for official websites. The position is responsible for the promotion of events and programs at the Marin Center, art exhibits and programs organized by the Marin Cultural Association, the Marin County Fair, the Frank Lloyd Wright docent tour program, and all other Department initiatives. The ideal candidate has experience in arts and non-profit marketing and communications.
ABOUT YOU
Our Highly Qualified Candidate is a creative and strategic marketing/communications professional with a passion for the arts and a deep understanding of how to engage diverse audiences. A results-driven communicator who can translate artistic vision into compelling messages across traditional and digital platforms, enhancing visibility, participation, and support for arts programming. Has the ability to develop, implement, and assess short- and long-term marketing strategies aligned with organizational goals. Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills tailored to diverse platforms and audiences. Experience in audience development, particularly expanding reach to underrepresented communities. Strong design sensibility and familiarity with visual storytelling, branding, and multimedia content creation. Proven ability to work across departments (e.g., programming, development, education) and lead vendors or freelance creatives. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and budgets.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:- Management principles and practices, including goal setting; budget development, employee development; program development, implementation, and evaluation; and the supervision of employees.
- Principles, methods, and practices applied in the design and implementation of communication and outreach programs.
- Techniques and methods used in composing and preparing correspondence, memoranda, newsletters, reports, and similar materials.
- Desk-top publishing, web content design and development, and basic graphics preparation/presentation applications and equipment.
- Video/photography and the operation of camera equipment.
- Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to work.
- English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary and punctuation.
- Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards.
- Manage programs and staff.
- Translate unit goals, objectives, and policies into day-to-day operations.
- Develop effective work teams and motivate individuals to meet goals and objectives and provide services in the most effective and efficient manner.
- Plan, research, organize, coordinate, and implement a variety of communications, marketing, media relations, and community outreach activities and programs.
- Identify and implement effective course of action to complete assigned work.
- Develop effective communications and marketing, media relations, and community outreach strategies and campaigns.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, to a wide variety of audiences.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge and abilities listed. Typically, this would be the equivalent to graduation with a Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, public relations or a closely related field and three years of progressively responsible experience in media-related activities, including one year in a lead capacity. Additional professional experience in media activities may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Bilingual Certification: Bilingual proficiency is desired, but not required. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in Spanish to be eligible for bilingual pay. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidate possesses the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements of the position.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Dario Aguilar at dario.aguilar@marincounty.gov .
All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.
Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .
Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 8/11/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Marin
Show moreThe County of Marin is a vibrant and thriving organization comprised of 23 agencies and departments with a workforce of approximately 2,400 employees. The County’s array of public safety, community development, public works, health and human services, community services and administrative services is governed by the Board of Supervisors, which is made up of an elected representative from each of the five voting districts in this county.
This diverse organization strives to uphold a set of core values at work: respect, trust, integrity, diversity, equality, excellence, accountability, innovation, and collaboration. These values keep the organization and its individuals healthy, resulting in successful and sustainable quality service delivery. In addition, the County is committed to being a well-managed organization that relies on the talents of its workforce to succeed.
OUR MISSION AS A COUNTY:
To provide excellent services that support healthy, safe and sustainable communities; preserve Marin’s unique environmental heritage; and encourage meaningful participation in the governance of the County by all.
When you’re employed in local government the effects of your work are visible all around you. Your work is an integral part of the day-to-day lives of Marin County residents and visitors. From the roads we drive on, to the parks and libraries we visit, to the services we rely on to keep us healthy and safe, County employees contribute directly to the sustained well-being of Marin County’s communities.
We are motivated to preserve the importance of Equity, Economy, Environment and Education that make our County unique. With over 3000 employees, volunteers and interns across 22 departments, we are a part of the communities we serve. We work with our core values in mind: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence. These values are not only part of our organization’s strategic initiatives and goals[PDF], but they are what unify us in our work across a variety of perspectives and skillsets.
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