Communications Specialist I-II

Turlock Irrigation District • Turlock, CA

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About The Position

Provide accurate, effective and timely communication, both written and visual, to employees and the public regarding the District and its actions, in support of TID strategic goals and fulfilment of the organization’s mission and vision; maintain District’s social media presence; maintain and update websites, including maintaining mandated accessibility compliance levels; perform as alternate District spokesperson to media organizations and news publications; respond to questions from the public; organize and participate in various District events and activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in communications, journalism, public relations, business, marketing, English or related field.
• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in the field of communications (for Specialist I).
• Four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in the field of communications (for Specialist II).
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing with a broad spectrum of employees and outside contacts in the media, community and utility industry.
• Ability to understand and exercise TID voice and tone in all communications.
• Ability to develop and maintain business relationships with internal and external personnel.
• Ability to demonstrate teamwork and cooperation.
• Broad knowledge of the District and the issues currently facing the public utility industry.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so as to further positive relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, vendors, and management.
• Knowledge of graphic design software and platforms used in the production of publications and printed material.
• Ability to write and edit articles for publication.
• Sense of design for advertisements, publications, and displays.
• Ability to creatively design and develop a broad range of communication materials for internal and external audiences.
• Proficiency in the use of a camera and audio and video recording and editing, and other multimedia forms of communication.
• Competence in tracking and incorporating learning from analytical data to continually improve programs and projects.
• Ability to work independently and operate with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize a widely fluctuating workload.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet continuous deadlines with a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Possession of an appropriate California driver's license.
• Must file a Statement of Economic Interest in compliance with Governmental Code Section 81000.
• Sign & Acknowledge a Confidentiality Agreement.

Nice To Haves

• Other related experience may be substituted for the required years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communications strategies, plans, programs and projects in support of the Division’s and District’s mission and goals.
• Plan, organize and develop written and visual content for a variety of internal and external District communication formats.
• Perform or coordinate the graphic design of various internal and external publications, such as newsletters, annual reports, brochures, surveys, booklets, and fact sheets.
• Maintain the District’s presence on current and future social media channels.
• Track and review analytics to develop plans and initiatives to improve upon that presence.
• Maintain District web content and website organization, including maintaining mandated accessibility compliance, and coordination with outside vendors on general maintenance and compliance.
• Support maintenance and compliance efforts of TID adjacent websites.
• Coordinate TID Water & Power Podcast, including buildout of topics and guest schedules, recording, editing and final production of monthly release.
• Manage and improve District media monitoring platforms; locate, copy, and distribute news articles that pertain to District and its activities.
• Communicate with media and members of the public concerning the District and the issues it faces, and when necessary, perform as an alternate media contact and spokesperson for the District.
• Exercise sound judgement in responding to social media comments, questions and misinformation.
• Support internal communications with regular updates to internal employee portal.
• Represent the District at various utility industry, business, community and educational functions.
• Assist in planning, organizing and participating in various internal and external events such as tours, community event booths and TID hosted programs and events.
• Capture photography and videography needs of the District at work sites, events and in-office.
• Comply with and enforce all District rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• Assistance is available in filling out job applications for disabled individuals.
• Turlock Irrigation District provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with a disability in accordance with federal and state law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level