Costa Mesa, California
Costa Mesa, California
Posted: 30-Oct-25
Location: Sonora, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: $87,838.40 - $107,161.60
General Description:
Under general direction of the Administrative Services Director, this position is responsible for the coordination, administration and management of the District’s public outreach, communications and community relations, website and social media page(s), legislative and intergovernmental affairs, strategic initiatives, and the pursuit, development, and administration of grants; various professional and administrative activities including highly responsible, confidential and complex support to the Administrative Services Director, General Manager and Department Heads, coordinates activities across all departments, outside agencies and organizations; oversees special projects and assists in managing consultants; acts as the Deputy Public Information Officer (PIO) and participates in emergency response; and performs related duties as assigned.
For Administrative and External Affairs Specialist I
Education/Certification:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in writing, communications, public relations, marketing, or a related field. The district will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
- Active certification as a California Notary Public is desirable.
- Must possess a valid California driver’s license, have a satisfactory driving record, and be insurable by the District, to operate District vehicles.
Experience:
- Five years of increasingly responsible experience in areas such as public and media relations, customer service, water policy, education and community outreach related work including at least two (2) years of lead or supervisory experience is preferred. Experience with public sector or water utility is highly desirable.
