CLOSING DATE/TIME: FEBRUARY 27, 2020 AT 4:00PM PACIFIC TIME
This is an exempt, confidential position (not represented by IBEW).
Under general supervision (Public Affairs Officer I) or direction (Public Affairs Officer II), performs a variety of professional and administrative activities in support of District public affairs and community involvement programs; serves as liaison between the District and other public agencies, professional organizations, community and industry groups, education community, customers, media, executives, and elected officials; creates and develops a wide variety of printed materials and other services for use in public information programs; and performs related duties, as assigned. Some positions in this classification require an emphasis and experience in website and intranet management, video editing, and graphic design.
BILINGUAL SPANISH (ORAL AND WRITTEN) IS HIGHLY DESIRED.
Positions in the Public Affairs Officer I/II class series are flexibly staffed; positions at the Public Affairs Officer II level are normally filled by advancement from the Public Affairs Officer I level; progression to the Public Affairs Officer II level is dependent on (i) management affirmation that the position is performing the full range of duties assigned to the classification; (ii) satisfactory work performance; (iii) the incumbent meeting the minimum qualifications for the classification including any licenses and certifications; and (iv) management approval for progression to the Public Affairs Officer II level.
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Required Skills
Ability to effectively manage complex deadline-oriented news media requests in timely manner; exercise judgment and discretion; represent the District to the public and news media; operate a computer using word processing, desktop publishing and other standard software; operate audiovisual equipment, including video editing; communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; apply writing style and techniques appropriate for differing business and journalistic/public relations purposes; create effective graphic designs and creative approaches for use in public information, education and legislative programs; edit written materials; interpret information and situations and make recommendations in accordance with applicable policies, regulations and guidelines; establish and maintain effective working relationships and communications with those contacted in the course of work, including the media.
Required Experience
EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of experience and education that provides the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying, along with the specific licenses/certifications as outlined below:
EDUCATION:
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public relations, communications, education, environmental sciences or a related field.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
A valid California Class C driver's license and ability to maintain insurability under the District's Vehicle Insurance Policy.
Ability to effectively manage complex deadline-oriented news media requests in timely manner; exercise judgment and discretion; represent the District to the public and news media; operate a computer using word processing, desktop publishing and other standard software; operate audiovisual equipment, including video editing; communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; apply writing style and techniques appropriate for differing business and journalistic/public relations purposes; create effective graphic designs and creative approaches for use in public information, education and legislative programs; edit written materials; interpret information and situations and make recommendations in accordance with applicable policies, regulations and guidelines; establish and maintain effective working relationships and communications with those contacted in the course of work, including the media.