Social Media Specialist

Salary : $56,820.00 - $69,072.00 Annually Location : Corona, CA Job Type: Full-Time Benefited Job Number: 2026-10-04 Department: City Manager's Office Opening Date: 04/30/2026 Closing Date: 5/21/2026 12:00 PM PacificDESCRIPTIONIf you're a creative storyteller who thrives at the intersection of community, content, and digital strategy, the City of Corona is looking for you.Under general supervision, the Social Media Specialist plays a key role in shaping how the City connects with its residents-bringing programs, services, and stories to life across digital platforms. This is more than posting updates; it's about building meaningful, two-way conversations with the community, creating engaging campaigns, and ensuring the City's voice is consistent, approachable, and impactful. In this role, you'll develop and execute strategic social media initiatives, craft compelling visual and written content, and analyze performance to continuously improve engagement. From capturing live moments at community events to designing graphics and managing content calendars, you'll help elevate the City's digital presence while supporting broader marketing, public relations, and branding efforts. Working closely with the Public Information Officer and Communications Team, you'll be at the forefront of innovative outreach-strengthening relationships, increasing visibility, and making sure the community stays informed, connected, and inspired. To be Considered, you must attached/provide the following:Resume to be attached to government jobs application. Portfolio / Work Samples (link or PDF submission). Please submit one (1) email to by the application deadline. Accepted examples may include: Social media campaigns (Instagram Reels, carousels, TikTok content) Graphic design samples Writing samples (social captions, campaign copy, social copy) Alternative (if applicant has limited professional portfolio): Applicants may submit a sample social media graphic campaign concept for the City in lieu of professional work samples. Please submit email to by the application deadline. Application Process Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 12:00PM. Candidates that successfully pass the screening process and are deemed to possess the most desirable qualifications will be invited to a virtual HireVue interview. Candidates who pass the virtual HireVue interview will be invited to the in-person oral interviews tentatively scheduled for June 17, 2026. Select candidates may be invited to a second interview. Those who pass the oral interviews will be placed on an eligibility list that is good for up to 1 year unless exhausted sooner by the department.The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check including livescan and pass a pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). Education and ExperienceAssociate degree in marketing, journalism, communications, or related field. Two (2) years of experience in the development and coordination of public information, community outreach, or social media marketing. Licenses and CertificationsPossession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License, to be maintained throughout employment. Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of marketing, public information, media relations, and community relations programs. Fundamentals of photography, videography, and graphic design. Methods and techniques of social media, web, and video communications. Prepare and present information in various formats and for diverse audiences. Effectively represent the City in meetings with the public, governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses and professional organizations. CharacteristicsA self-starter with a can-do attitude. A collaborative contributor who possesses intrinsic motivation, unwavering commitment, ambitious drive, an insatiable curiosity, adaptability, and reliability. An innovator- someone that proactively brings new methods and ideas to projects. To view the full job description, please This position is FLSA Non- Exempt, eligible for overtime compensation. COMMUNITYA City whose heritage spans more than 125 years, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses approximately 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 170,000 residents. Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors. Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy winter activities such as snowboarding and skiing and summer activities including surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on world class beaches. Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong.THE ORGANIZATIONThe City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policy making and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members. Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year.The City is organized into the following departments/organizational units: Community Services, City Manager's Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works and Utilities. Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and two Assistant City Managers.The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2026 is $422.7 million with a General Fund operating budget of $231.3 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 935 dedicated employees who provide high-quality services to its residents and visitors each day. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTo view the essential duties and responsibilities, QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINESTo view the qualifications guidelines, PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTTo view the physical/mental demands and work environment, CORONA PUBLIC SERVICE EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION CITY PAID BENEFITS*For a complete explanation of benefits, benefit eligibility and restrictions; please refer to the current Corona Public Service Employees Association, Memorandum of Understanding. Any information contained herein that may conflict with the provisions of the Corona Public Service Employees Association MOU, the MOU shall prevail. RETIREMENT: Employees are covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). The City does not participate in Social Security and the City pays the employees mandatory contribution to the Medicare Program. The City offers two retirement formulas based on the employee's current CalPERS membership status. The 2.7% @ 55 highest single year of service retirement formula will be applied to employees hired prior to January 1, 2013 and those current CalPERS members with no significant break in PERS-qualified employment. The 2% @ 62 three year average retirement formula will be applied to those employees with a significant break in PERS-qualified employment those who have not formerly been a member of CalPERS or another retirement program with which CalPERS has a reciprocal relationship. All employees hired on or after January 1, 2013, will be subject to CalPERS membership review for applicability of PEPRA. ANNUAL LEAVE & HOLIDAYS:Annual Leave During Initial ProbationProbationary employees employed less than one full year shall accrue Probationary Sick Leave at one-half the rate of a 1-5 year full time regular employee (3.23 hours) per pay period. During the first six months, such leave may be used for sick leave, only. Such accrued time may be used for employee or family illness or medical reasons. After six (6) months, an employee may request up to one week of "Advanced Annual Leave" for vacation purposes with the permission of his or her supervisor. Under extenuating circumstances and with Department Head approval, this leave can be used prior to six months of employment. When the employee completes one year of service, the Annual Leave accrued as Probationary Sick Leave will be converted to regular Annual Leave for a total of 168 hours. Years of Service With the City Each Pay Period Annual Totals 1-5 6.46 168 Hours 6-8 7.08 184 Hours 9-15 8.00 208 Hours 16+ 9.54 248 Hours Holiday Leave hours earned during the first year of employment are available to be used for any purpose. There are 13 (10 hour) paid holidays (130 hours) per calendar year. ANNUAL LEAVE BUYBACK: Eligible employees may "buy back" a maximum of 160 hours of annual leave once each year. MEDICAL INSURANCE The City currently offers a variety of HMO plans as well as several PPO plans through CalPERS. For plan information, click the link below. The City provides a Medical Allowance to Members to be used for the purpose of purchasing mandatory health coverage offered through PEMHCA for the Member and his or her eligible dependents. The Medical Allowance shall consist of the following: (1) the Base Contribution Rate, plus (2) an amount equal to the difference between the Base Contribution Rate and the following amounts, as applicable: $978.00 per month for Members electing Employee only coverage; $1,646.00 per month for Members electing Employee plus one dependent coverage; or $2173.00 per month for Members electing Employee plus two or more dependents coverage. Eligible Opt-Out Arrangement: Upon providing reasonable evidence of alternative coverage as required by the Affordable Care Act (ACA)'s Eligible Opt-Out Arrangement rules (below), employees shall be entitled to the following dollars in the first two pay periods each month in taxable cash, in lieu of the amount provided in Section 10.2 above: (a) $300.00 ($600 per month) for Employee + 2 or more dependents (b) $200.00 ($400 per month) for Employee + 1 dependent (c) $100.00 ($200 per month) for Employee Only DENTAL INSURANCE: The City currently offers HMO and PPO dental insurance through Delta Dental. Dental insurance premiums are paid by the employee. VISION INSURANCE: The City currently offers vision insurance through Eye Med. Vision insurance premiums are paid by the employee. DISABILITY INSURANCE: Short-term and long-term disability insurance is provided free to each employee. LIFE INSURANCE: The City provides a term life insurance policy to each employee equal to 5 ½ times the employee's annual basic earnings to a maximum, of $750,000.00. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT (FSA): Each employee may contribute to either a medical reimbursement account or dependent care account to pay for unreimbursed medical expenses and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE AND COUNSELING PROGRAM: This is a comprehensive program designed to help employees and their family members find direction in solving personal and/or emotional problems. DEFERRED COMPENSATION (457) PLAN: To supplement retirement, employees can make voluntary salary deferrals to a Nationwide plan. LONGEVITY PAY: After 5 years of service $500.00 annually. After 10 years of service $700.00 annually. After 15 years of service $800.00 annually. After 20 years of service $1000.00 annually. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: The City of Corona recognizes the value of an educated workforce and encourages employees to pursue the goal of higher education. The City has adopted a plan to provide financial reimbursement for tuition and textbooks for job-related college courses. It is a plan wherein the City participates with the employee in financing specific job-related courses leading to an appropriate degree or certificate. Education plans approved in writing by the City shall reimburse Members for the cost up to a lifetime maximum amount of $10,000 per employee. BI-LINGUAL PAY: The City shall pay $189.58 per month to employees for Bilingual pay. If an employee becomes eligible for bilingual pay for less than a full month, the monthly amount shall be pro-rated accordingly. All unit employees are eligible to receive bilingual pay. An employee receiving bilingual pay will be required to speak the alternate language in the course and scope of their employment and may be asked to assist in translating even if unrelated to their specific job duties. DISCLAIMER: City paid benefits shall be as set forth in the most current version of the Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") between the City of Corona and the Corona General Employees Association, which can be viewed on the City's website (). In the event of any conflict between the above summary of City paid benefits and any terms or conditions set forth in the most current version of the MOU, the terms and conditions set forth in the MOU shall control for purposes of this recruitment. 01 Please indicate your highest level of education completed. Less than high school diploma or GED equivalentHigh school diploma or GED equivalentAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree or higher02 Please indicate the area of study of the above-mentioned education. 03 How many years of experience in the development and coordination of public information, community outreach, or social media marketing do you possess? NoneLess than 1 year1 but less than 2 years2 but less than 3 years3 but less than 4 years4 but less than 5 years5 or more years04 For the question answered above, please provide the name of the agency, length of time, position, and level of responsibility by each function listed. Please note that "See Resume" or "See Application" will be considered an incomplete response for this question and your application will be considered incomplete. If you do not have the required experience, please indicate "N/A". 05 Do you possess a valid California Class C Driver's License? YesNo06 I acknowledge that for my application to be considered, I must attach a resume with either portfolio/work samples or sample social media graphic campaign concept by the application deadline. (details in the job posting) YesNo07 I acknowledge that the information provided in this job application, to include; supplemental questions, education/certification information, attachments and work history are complete and accurate and cannot be changed once the application is submitted. Please note "See Resume" is considered an incomplete response. YesNoRequired Question