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The Communications Division of the County Executive’s Office seeks well qualified candidates for the position of Visual Media Production Specialist.

The Visual Media Production Specialist (VMP Specialist) will join a dynamic and committed team of communication professionals including the Chief Communications Officer, Communications Officer, Social Media Specialist, and Civic Engagement and Public Outreach Specialist.

The VMP Specialist will be responsible for conceptualizing, producing, editing, and distributing comprehensive multimedia and visual communications content in support of County programs, services, initiatives, and community engagement efforts. This position requires regular fieldwork and travel throughout San Mateo County to capture video, audio, and photographic content at County facilities, community events, program sites, and other locations.

The VMP Specialist will independently manage multimedia production operations, including video, photography, digital and print design, podcast production, and related visual storytelling mediums.  The VMP Specialist will also produce highly complex, high-visibility projects, manage the video/production room and related equipment in the County Executive’s Office, and establish production standards. Responsibilities will span the full production lifecycle, from strategic planning and creative development through post-production, publication, and archival management. In addition, the VPM Specialist may lead cross-departmental initiatives.

The VPM Specialist will exercise substantial independent judgment in creative interpretation, technical production decisions, and brand alignment. The primary focus will be on producing engaging multimedia content that effectively represents the County’s mission across multiple media formats.

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conceptualize, script, storyboard, and produce multimedia content including promotional and informational videos, documentary-style program features, public service announcements, podcast and audio productions, digital graphics and print publications, and professional photography.
• Provide video and photography services including official County events and public meetings, executive leadership portraits, community engagement activities, program documentation and field operations, creation and maintenance of digital photo archives.
• Collaborate with internal County departments to assess production needs and develop appropriate multimedia solutions.
• Perform advanced video production including filming, lighting, sound design, color correction, and post-production editing.
• Manage and maintain production room facilities, studio equipment, cameras, lighting kits, audio systems, and editing workstations and manage scheduling, logistics, and maintenance of the County's video and production room to ensure efficient operation.
• Develop shot lists, visual concepts, and brand-consistent visual assets.
• Ensure ADA accessibility compliance in digital media (captioning, formatting standards).
• Coordinate with staff to distribute multimedia across platforms (web, social media, internal communications channels, public broadcasts).
• Maintain digital asset management systems and archive materials for institutional continuity.
• Advise departments on visual communication strategies and production feasibility.
• Research and integrate emerging multimedia technologies and industry best practices.
• Ensure all multimedia content aligns with the County’s branding, mission, and communication standards.
• Oversee the production process from concept inception, through editing and post-production, to final launch and publication.
• Monitor quality control standards and implement revisions to improve content effectiveness and engagement.
• Stay current with emerging multimedia technologies and recommend integration to enhance content quality and reach.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Training and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying.

• A typical way to qualify is training in multimedia production, communications, or a related field, plus five years of experience in multimedia content creation including print and video production.

 Knowledge of:

• Principles and techniques of multimedia production including cinematography, photography composition and lighting, audio recording and sound design, digital editing and post-production workflows.
• Visual storytelling techniques and narrative structure.
• Scriptwriting, storyboarding, and content development for various media formats.
• Graphic design theory, layout principles, and typography.
• Digital asset management and archival standards.
• Social media and digital distribution strategies.
• Branding standards and public-sector communication ethics.
• Copyright, licensing, and media usage regulations.
• Accessibility standards for digital content (e.g., ADA compliance).
• The County's programs, mission, and community communication goals.
• Relevant computer software and equipment used in multimedia content creation and editing.
• Production room operations, scheduling, and equipment maintenance.

Skill/Ability to:

• Operate video, audio, graphic design, and drone systems proficiently to capture and produce multimedia content.
• Create, edit, and produce engaging multimedia content across multiple formats.
• Travel throughout San Mateo County and perform fieldwork to capture video, audio, and photographic content in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments.
• Manage complex multimedia projects from concept through final publication.
• Collaborate effectively with multiple departments and stakeholders to meet production goals.
• Apply creativity and visual storytelling techniques to communicate key messages.
• Maintain adherence to branding guidelines and the County's mission in all content.
• Manage production resources, equipment, and schedules efficiently.
• Adapt to evolving multimedia technologies and production methods.
• Manage multiple concurrent production timelines.
• Translate complex governmental information into visually engaging content.
• Exercise independent creative judgment within brand standards.
• Troubleshoot technical production challenges.
• Maintain composure and professionalism in live-event environments.

Application/Examination:

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply.  Current County of San Mateo employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in classified regular, probationary, extra-help, or limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
 
The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) based on the candidate's application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%), which may include a short-written exam administered immediately preceding the interview.

Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. 
 
All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
 
IMPORTANT:  Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the “Apply” button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.
 
Thorough and detailed responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule

Open Recruitment: June 22, 2026
Final Filing Date for Applications: July 13, 2026, by 11:59 PM
Application Screening: July 16-21, 2026
Civil Service Interviews: August 4 and/ or 5, 2026

 

About the County
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.

Analyst: Chet Overstreet (06222026) (Visual Media Production Specialist – N043)

Are you an experienced HR professional who enjoys solving problems, supporting employees, and working in a fast-paced environment? Glenn County is seeking a Human Resources (Personnel) Analyst I/II to support a wide range of HR functions, including employee relations, leave administration, benefits, recruitment, and more. This is a hands­-on, generalist role offering broad exposure to HR operations and the opportunity to make a direct impact on County employees and services. The official job class title for this position is currently the Personnel Analyst I/II. This position is scheduled for 40 hours per week. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO

•    Assisting with employee benefits and health plan administration, employee inquiries, enrollment support, and new employee orientation
•    Supporting leave administration processes and maintaining confidential personnel records and documentation
•    Preparing, proofreading, and coordinating reports, agendas, contracts, correspondence, notices, and other professional documents
•    Responding to employee and department inquiries and assisting in interpreting policies, procedures, and personnel-related requirements

The Procurement Division of the County Executive’s Office is seeking well-qualified candidates for the position of Buyer II. Under general supervision, a Buyer II provides a full range of detailed and complex procurement services for all county departments.

Examples of Duties:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Receive, review, and check purchase requisitions to determine needs of departments, market conditions, and product availability. 
• Consult and assist departments with product selection and procurement methods.
• Invite and accept bids, and evaluate prices, discounts, and delivery conditions. 
• Assist departments in the preparation of product specifications and contracts. 
• Analyze bids for conformance to specifications and award bids. 
• Interview with sales and manufacturers' representatives about products and services. 
• Investigate complaints and problems and make recommendations for solutions and/or adjustments. 
• Serve on various project teams and committees as required. 
• Prepare reports, recommendations, and correspondence. 
• Provide technical assistance to departments on the County's automated purchasing system. 
• Instruct departments on County procurement procedures and policies. 
• Perform related duties and special projects as assigned.

The ability to provide excellent customer service, engage in active listening to understand customer needs, and connect quickly with County personnel are critical to success in this position.

There are several other competencies, including technical, interpersonal, analytical, and organizational, which will be important for success in this role.

• Procurement Expertise – In-depth knowledge of large-scale procurement practices and public agency procurement principles and familiarity with federal and state laws and regulations affecting procurement.
• Commodity Knowledge – Understanding of commodity sources, marketing practices, and pricing strategies and experience with both formal and informal bidding processes.
• Contract Management – Ability to develop and analyze product specifications, bids, and contracts.
• Technical Proficiency – Skilled in the use of procurement-related computer programs and analytical tools.
• Analytical Skills – Proficient in analyzing purchase requisitions and evaluating complex specifications and proposals.
• Problem Solving – Ability to identify and resolve procurement issues swiftly and effectively.
• Negotiation Skills – Capability to invite and evaluate bids and negotiate prices and terms with vendors.
• Effective Communication – Strong oral and written communication skills for interacting with clients, vendors, and stakeholders, including the ability to write clear, concise reports and correspondence.
• Relationship Management – Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with various stakeholders, including both internal customers and external vendors.  
• Instruction and Guidance – Aptitude for providing technical assistance and instructing departments on procurement procedures.
• Project Management – Ability to manage projects and contribute to various committees and project teams.
• Adaptability – Works effectively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of experiences that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  

• A typical way to qualify at the Buyer II level might be three years of experience that would demonstrate knowledge and command of complex commodity areas, and the principles, policies, and procedures of public agency procurement.

 
Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, procedures, and applications of large-scale procurement. 
• Laws and regulations governing procurement policies and procedures in public agencies. 
• Procedures and requirements of governmental procurement. 
• Commodity sources of supply, trade, brand names, publications, and source material in the field of procurement.
• Procedures and practices of procurement using formal and informal bidding. 
• Sources of supply, marketing practices, and pricing methods and differentials. 
• Computer programs related to procurement and word processing.

 
Skill/Ability to:

• Analyze purchase requisitions and evaluate specifications, proposals, bids, and contracts for complex commodity areas and purchases. 
• Develop product specifications, bids, and contracts. 
• Solve problems efficiently. 
• Perform the necessary research and make informed decisions using all available information and resources. 
• Work in a fast-paced environment. 
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 
• Write clear, concise reports and correspondence. 
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with customers, vendors, and procurement team members.
• Ensure procurements are conducted in compliance of County procedures and policies. 

 

APPLICATION / EXAMINATION

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply.  Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. 

 

Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.  
   

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a performance exam. Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in County of San Mateo, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.  

 

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply.

 

Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. 

 

Tentative Recruitment Schedule
Deadline for Applications:  June 25, at 11:59 PM
Application Screening:  July 1-2, 2026
Combined Panel and Departmental Interview:  July 13 and/or 14, 2026
  
About the County  
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

 

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

 

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.

 

Analyst: Chet Overstreet (06122026) (Buyer II - E125)