COMMUNICATIONS SUPERVISOR

The Position

The City of Riverside, Department of Marketing & Communications, is accepting applications for the position of Communications Supervisor. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

Work Performed

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plan and schedule television coverage and broadcasting of government meetings, live sports, special events, and other relative media.
• Create training programs and complete video projects utilizing television control rooms, studio, and mobile production equipment.
• Schedule and coordinate job requests and arrange assignments for full-time and part-staff and coverage for projects, events, and meetings.
• Train personnel, explain work procedures and methods, resolve technical problems, and conduct performance evaluations. Participate in the selection of new employees.
• Supervise and conduct programming and staff oversight for the Riverside Television Government Access Channel, website, and playback server on a 24/7 basis.
• Manage television production, including camera operation, editing, and general video production, and serve as producer/director for live events and sports programs.
• Assist staff to ensure appropriate equipment and personnel are available for a range of specials events and programs such as the Festival of Lights, press conferences, and pavilion events.
• Coordinate and provide department assistance related to AV systems for the City, including the Council Chambers, venues and facilities, and City departments.
• Administer budget expenses and financial records for the proper utilization of Public, Education, and Government (PEG) funds for production equipment purchases, repair and maintenance, and staffing costs, including revenues and expenditures.
• Research audiovisual and production equipment and upgrades based on capabilities, costs, and applications.
• Administer audiovisual service requests and needs for City departments

Qualifications

Education: Equivalent to an Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college with major study in audio video production, television production, communications, or a related field.

Experience: Five years of progressively responsible video, audiovisual, and production experience, preferably involving televised public programs and broadcasting and lead or supervisory work.

Highly Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced proficiency in live broadcasting technology, including multi-camera production, video switching, and live streaming platforms.
• Experience with digital media content management and integration with social media platforms (e.g., YouTube, Facebook Live, and other streaming services).
• Knowledge of closed captioning, accessibility standards, and compliance with FCC regulations for government broadcasts.
• Familiarity with emerging trends in video production, including drone footage, virtual reality (VR), and 360-degree video production.

• Experience leading large-scale media projects, including government or corporate video productions.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Strong experience in team leadership and cross-departmental collaboration, particularly within government or public-sector environments.

• Experience in crisis communication and emergency broadcasting, ensuring accurate and timely public messaging.
• Strong storytelling skills to translate complex government initiatives into engaging video content.

• Experience negotiating vendor contracts for equipment, software, and production services.
• Ability to forecast and track budget expenditures, ensuring compliance with city funding guidelines and PEG fund utilization.

Selection Process

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

• An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.
• An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.