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🔗Social Media & Website Manager – Heritage Tourism Program

  • Full Time
  • Clifton, NJ
  • $45,000/- USD / Year
  • March 15, 2026
  • Department: Department of Cultural & Historic Affairs
  • Job Summary: Under the direction of the Director of the Department of Cultural & Historic Affairs, the primary function of this position is to cultivate a social media following and promote the See Passaic brand.
  • Job Qualifications:
    • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Web Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience);
    • Demonstrated experience managing organizational social media accounts and websites;
    • Strong writing, editing, and digital storytelling skills;
    • Experience with content management systems (CMS) and social media management tools;
    • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines;
    • Basic knowledge of HTML, web design, or CMS platforms;
    • Graphic design and/or video editing experience;
    • Familiarity with accessibility standards and inclusive digital practices;
    • Experience in public sector, nonprofit, or cultural organizations;
    • Proficient computer skills including but not limited to: Office, Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator;
    • Working weekends are required for this position. Depending on the event taking place, some nights may be required. Candidates will not be considered otherwise;
    • New Jersey residency is required.
  • How to Apply:

    Please send cover letter and resume as a PDF attachment to:

    kellyr@PassaicCountyNJ.org

     Kelly C. Ruffel, Director

    Department of Cultural & Historic Affairs

    199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ 07470

     

  • Job benefits: Medical, State Pension
  • Contact Name: Kelly C. Ruffel
  • Application Email: kellyr@passaiccountynj.org
  • Application Phone #: 973-706-6640
  • Application Address: Department of Cultural & Historic Affairs 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ 07470

Website County of Passaic

The Passaic County Department of Cultural & Historic Affairs (DCHA) is responsible for the operation of several historic sites and facilities throughout the County. In operating these sites, the DCHA develops and implements cultural programs, exhibitions and displays, grant programs, historic research and comprehensive reports, heritage tourism campaigns, and restoration projects – all to encourage public awareness and visitation to the County’s cultural assets. The Department also assists other County Departments and municipalities by reviewing matters concerning historic sites and structures, administer arts and historic preservation regrant programs; and support for the arts through county-wide art events and installations.

Under the direction of the Director of the Department of Cultural & Historic Affairs, and the Director of Tourism, the primary function of this position is to cultivate a social media following and promote the See Passaic brand, create media content, update the Department’s web presence and manage all the Department’s media campaigns. In addition, this position will support all tourism initiatives, projects, and Department events.

Social Media Management
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with organizational goals
  • Create, schedule, and publish original content (text, images, video, and graphics) across platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, and others
  • Monitor social media channels, respond to comments and messages, and engage with followers in a timely and professional manner
  • Maintain consistent brand voice, tone, and visual identity across all platforms
  • Track performance metrics and prepare regular reports on engagement, reach, and audience growth
  • Stay current with social media trends, platform updates, and best practices
Website Management
  • Manage and maintain the organization’s website, ensuring content is current, accurate, and accessible
  • Coordinate website updates, including news, events, program information, and announcements
  • Work with internal staff to gather, edit, and publish website content
  • Ensure website content aligns with branding, messaging, and accessibility standards
  • Monitor website performance using analytics tools and provide insights and recommendations
Collaboration and Communications
  • Collaborate with internal teams to promote programs, events, campaigns, and initiatives
  • Maintain editorial calendars for social media and website content
  • Support crisis communications and time-sensitive updates as needed
  • All other duties assigned within the scope of the Department.
Event Coverage and On-Site Documentation
  • Provide on-site digital coverage of public events, programs, and meetings through photography, video, and live or scheduled social media posts
  • Prepare pre-event promotional content and post-event recaps for social media and website publication
  • Capture and archive digital assets from events for future use and institutional records
  • Coordinate with staff to ensure appropriate messaging, permissions, and schedules for event coverage
Monitoring of Historic Site – Vanderhoef House

This role is stationed in the historic Vanderhoef House, while this position does not handle programming of the site, this position will monitor the site and make sure it meets department standards. You will be expected to report visible changes, maintenance issues, vandalism, or public use concerns to appropriate staff. In addition, any events held on site, will need to be monitor.

Benefits

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Eligibility

To be eligible, applicants must be
*at least 18 years old;
*no older than 30 years of age (or 35 years if a Veteran) when beginning the internship; applicants who are 31 or older (or 36 or older if a Veteran) are not eligible;
*currently enrolled in a degree-seeking academic program at the college level (or recently graduated within the past 12 months)
*be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident.

Interns are not allowed to work more than 1200 hours total in the program; previous interns must stay within this overall limit. The length of an internship can vary from 10 to 30 weeks if full-time (40 hours per week) or longer if on a part-time schedule. If selected, the exact starting date will be determined by you and the NPS supervisor. The stipend rate is $17.00 per hour unless otherwise listed.

The successful candidate is responsible for finding and paying for travel to and housing at the internship location; some exceptions apply. The supervising office may be able to assist in locating housing but it is ultimately up to the individual accepting the internship to find accommodation.

The National Council requires all interns working in-person at Federal facilities and/or with Federal employees receive the Covid-19 vaccination. Please be advised that you may also be required to wear a mask, depending on the protocols adopted by your work site. Also be aware that, due to Government-wide security requirements, a background check will be required if you are selected for a position. This will include providing information about recent housing and employment history. The position supervisor will have more information about these requirements and procedures at the time of hiring. You may direct any questions to NCPE's Internship Program Director, Julee Johnson, at manager@preservenet.org.

Please note that interns are not NCPE or NPS employees. Stipends are academic awards and taxes are not withheld, nor are social security contributions made on your behalf. These funds may be taxable, however, so consult a tax preparation professional if you have questions.

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