Social Media & Digital Communications Associate

Social Media & Digital Communications Associate

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Hyattsville, MD

Job Type

Seasonal

Job Number

SM&DCA.26

Department

PGC Parks and Recreation

Division

PG Park Police Division

Opening Date

05/26/2026

Closing Date

6/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

The Maryland-National Capital Park Police, Prince Georges County Division, seeks a motivated individual to serve as a Social Media & Digital Communications Associate within the Office of Public Information. This part-time position provides structured experience in public information, social media management, and digital communication within a law enforcement agency.

For more information about the Seasonal Hiring process and application status for Prince Georges County Parks and Recreation, please contact Joelle Edmond, Joelle.Edmond@pgparks.com or Brenda Miller Brenda.Miller@Pgparks.com.

Examples of Important Duties

• Assist in creating and scheduling social media content (photos, videos, graphics, captions).
• Support digital outreach initiatives, newsletters, and communication materials.
• Monitor official social media platforms and draft professional responses for review.
• Collect digital content at community events, trainings, and outreach activities.
• Conduct research on public safety topics, digital trends, and community engagement strategies.
• Help maintain content calendars, media archives, and digital asset organization.
• Provide administrative and communication support as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Important Skills and Characteristics

Enrollment in, recent completion of, or plans to enter a program in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Digital Media, Criminal Justice, Political Science, or a related field.

• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of social media platforms and digital communication practices.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work collaboratively, and demonstrate professionalism.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, photography, or video editing.
• Familiarity with analytics or social media management tools.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills.
• Optional portfolio or digital work samples.

Supplemental Information

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based, with occasional outdoor fieldwork for content gathering.

• Optional evening or weekend hours for events.

• Interaction with the public, sworn officers, and civilian staff is required.

• Local travel within Prince Georges County may be necessary.

Application Requirements

Submit the following:

• Résumé

• Brief cover letter

• Optional portfolio or digital samples

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2026 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR SEASONAL INTERMITTENT EMPLOYEES

The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.

Limited Benefits for Seasonal Employees

Health Insurance Plans

You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period.

If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office.

Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.

• Medical

• Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan

• UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)

• Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Sick Leave Benefits

This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.

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Employer The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission

Address 6611 Kenilworth Ave

Riverdale, Maryland, 20737

Website https://www.mncppc.org/jobs