| Location | Richland, Washington |
| Industry | Travel, Transportation and Tourism |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1981 |
| Website | http://www.bft.org |
Salary:
Position Range: $24.48 - $33.88 Hiring Range: $24.480 - $30.750 Most applicants’ offers will fall within this hiring range based on qualifications, experience, and alignment with the role’s needs.FLSA Status:
Non-ExemptJoin the team that keeps the Tri-Cities moving!
OUR MISSION
Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) provides exceptional and cost-effective transportation services that consistently exceed customer expectations while promoting the principles and practices of livable communities and sustainable development.
OUR VALUES
We value customer service, collaboration, diversity, fiscal accountability, innovation, sustainability and safety. Employees and representatives of BFT are expected to uphold our values and mission.
Nature of Position
The Digital Media Coordinator supports the development and distribution of digital media content to enhance agency communications and customer engagement. This role focuses on capturing and editing visual content, maintaining digital media assets, supporting graphic design needs, and assisting with basic data tracking and reporting.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Capture and document agency events, locations, and operations through photography and videography
Edit and produce photo and video content for internal and external use
Maintain an organized and accessible digital media library
Provide graphic design support for marketing materials and communications
Assist in creating customer-facing visuals that simplify complex information
Collect and compile data from surveys, website analytics, social media, and transit applications for reporting purposes
Create and update rider alerts on the agency website and Transit App
Perform basic quality checks on published content to ensure accuracy and consistency
Support event setup needs related to media coverage (equipment prep, coordination, etc.)
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Canva
Basic understanding of photography, videography, and editing techniques
Ability to organize and manage digital files and content
Ability to compile and present basic data in a clear format
Strong attention to detail and time management skills
Ability to follow established processes and meet deadlines
Other Characteristics
Collaboration: Shares time and knowledge with others; adjusts priorities as circumstances dictate; follows through on commitments, accepts responsibility for actions, resolves interpersonal conflicts constructively.
Diversity: Demonstrates an awareness and respect of cultural and individual values. Treats all people with dignity, courtesy and respect.
Fiscal Accountability: Actively contributes to the productivity of the agency; demonstrates good stewardship of company time and resources; displays high standards of ethical conduct.
Customer Service: Anticipates the needs of internal and external customers; delivers quality work products and services within expected timeframes. Considers and responds appropriately to people in various situations.
Innovation: Considers new approaches to situations; encourages ideas and improvements.
Sustainability: Actively encourages environmental benefits and the conservation of natural resources.
Safety: Adheres to safety related laws, regulations, standards, and practices; performs work in a safe manner; encourages and supports others to be safe while at work.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree in marketing, communications, media, public relations, or related field, from an accredited institution. Two years’ relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of experience and education. Must be available to work weekends (Saturday and Sunday) as part of a regular schedule.
Licenses, Registration & Certificates
None.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a public sector, transportation, or complex service environment.
Physical Requirements
Generally sedentary in nature; occasionally stand and walk; intermittently kneel, stoop, bend and twist at the waist, and reach overhead; sit for long periods of time. Rarely kneel, crouch, or crawl. Occasionally lift, push/pull, or carry up to 40 pounds. Good vision to read print and computer screen. Hear and speak to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to include repetitive keyboarding, grasping and reaching to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and/or standard office equipment.
Working Conditions
Work is primarily performed in an office environment where noise, frequent interruptions and lack of privacy may be present. Operate a motor vehicle. Occasional exposure to outdoor environment and weather conditions when participating in Agency events. Must be available to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. It is BFT’s policy to employ, train, promote, compensate, and provide conditions of employment without regard to a person’s race, color, sex, disability, religion, national origin, age, veteran’s status, citizenship, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Drug-Free Workplace Policy
Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) is a drug-free workplace.
The purpose of this policy is to ensure worker fitness for duty and to protect our employees, passengers, and the public from the risks posed by the use of alcohol and prohibited drugs.
Participation in BFT’s zero tolerance drug-free workplace policy is a condition of employment.
BFT has been successful in building a great transit system for the Kennewick, Richland, Pasco, West Richland, Prosser, and Benton City, and Franklin and Benton Counties. It is our goal to develop and operate a public transportation system that will provide the best transportation services to our customers as possible. We are proud to offer many innovative ways for you to use our services today.
We have regular routed and scheduled transit, Dial-A-Ride, Vanpool, ridesharing, taxi feeder service, TransPlus night service, Demand Response service in Prosser, Benton City, and Finley, and many other services to tell you about. Please take the time to explore our site and the wonderful mobility alternatives we have to offer you.
Please notice that our site is linked to several other local agencies and organizations to provide interactive access to even more information and services.
Ben Franklin Transit has had several achievements over the last few years. We led the way as a prime sponsor of a first ever community-wide forum on Smart Growth and Livable Communities in November of 2004. That year we were also recognized as one of the “Most Improved Transit Systems in the United States” by Metro Magazine, a leading transit trade journal. In 2006 we received the City of Richland’s “Green Business of the Year” award and in 2007 we received the Governor’s Award for Pollution Prevention and Sustainability. Our ridership continues to grow as more and more people discover the ease and comfort of using our services. In 2008, we set all-time ridership records with just over 5.5 million passenger boardings.
We are very proud of all of our accomplishments; but we do not intend to rest on those. We intend to continue to make Ben Franklin Transit as efficient and effective as we can. Again, thank you for your interest in Ben Franklin Transit. We hope the information contained here will help you get the most out of our wonderful area.