Communications Aide (Assistant to Elected Official)

Department/Division: Full-time position available with the Mayor's Office
Salary Range: $3,459/month *Salary commensurate with experience
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; may have irregular hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Application Deadline Date: September 2, 2025


Responsibilities

Digital Content & Social Media Management

• Monitors and manages the Mayor's social media presence across Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, and TikTok
• Creates engaging, timely, and platform-appropriate content that reflects the Mayor's priorities and personality
• Develops visual storytelling through photography, graphics, and video content
• Tracks social media metrics and adjusts strategies to maximize engagement and reach
• Develops and deploys media strategies surrounding Mayor Lucas' policies, priorities, and reactions to current events.

Content Creation & Writing

• Assists in writing press releases, speeches, talking points, and other communication materials
• Produces high-quality written content for various audiences and platforms
• Creates multimedia content including photo essays, video scripts, and social media campaigns
• Works with the policy team to simplify complex policies to make engagement and awareness of the democratic process more accessible for all

Media Relations & Press Support

• Assists with media inquiries and coordinates responses under tight deadlines
• Supports press conferences, media events, and public appearances
• Monitors news coverage and prepare media summaries for leadership
• Develops relationships and ability to pitch stories to local and national organizations and media entities

Photography & Visual Content

• Captures high-quality photos at official events, community gatherings, and day-to-day mayoral activities
• Edits and prepares images for immediate publication across digital platforms
• Maintains a comprehensive photo archive of mayoral activities and city events

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, preferred in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field
• Experience in communications, social media management, or digital marketing
• Experience and an interest in politics or government

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in photography and photo editing software (Adobe Creative Suite preferred)
• Strong writing and editing abilities across various formats and audiences
• Experience managing multiple social media platforms and understanding platform-specific best practices
• Familiarity with content management systems and social media scheduling tools
• Familiarity with social media analytics and tracking tools to identify pertinent social media conversations across various platforms

Core Competencies:

• Speed and Accuracy:
• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines while maintaining high quality standards
• Adaptability: Comfortable pivoting quickly as news breaks

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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