Responsibilities

• The deputy director will directly oversee Scottsdale Video Network and the city’s design team, guiding the creation of compelling, timely and accessible content across video, broadcast, digital and print platforms.
• Serving as the Communications Department’s second-in-command, this person will help lead strategy, operations and staff while providing trusted counsel on high-profile and sensitive issues.
• The deputy director is a key leadership position responsible for helping shape how Scottsdale tells its story and connects with the community.
• This is an opportunity to help modernize the communications of a nationally recognized city, lead talented teams and ensure Scottsdale’s work is presented with the clarity, creativity and quality our community expects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Public Administration or a related field from an accredited educational institution.
• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in communications, public relations, journalism, public affairs, marketing or a related field, which includes five years of supervisory experience.
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or job-related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during active employment by the city, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.
• Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on division/department/service assignment.

Benefits

• The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, click here.
• Part-Time Positions: The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.
• Commute Solutions Program: City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking here.