Public Affairs & Communication Specialist - Council District 1 - 541 (UNC)

City of San Diego, CA•San Diego, CA

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About The Position

Council President Joe LaCava, San Diego City Council District 1, seeks a qualified Public Affairs and Communication Specialist to communicate and elevate the Council President's vision and legislative priorities. The successful candidate will plan, develop, and execute accurate and professional public information, outreach, and social media content, including websites, emails, videos, speeches, Op-eds, and newsletters, with an eye for accuracy, optics, timeliness, and tone. This position will report directly to the District 1 Chief of Staff.

Requirements

Minimum three years in political writing, journalism, public relations, or policy
Experience creating content tailored for social media platforms
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, public-facing environment
Ability to work well in internal and external teams, including colleagues, elected officials, operational departments, community groups, and the media
Demonstrates sound professional judgment, political acumen, and a willingness to serve the public interest
Occasional evenings and weekends required

Responsibilities

Crafting and executing all external communications with voice consistency
Use CRM to measure outreach efficacy and improve future communication
Partner with the District 1 Policy Team and Community Engagement Director on legislative, policy, and community matters
Support rapid response communications during high-profile or crisis events
Monitor trends and conversations in local media to inform messaging and identify opportunities for engagement

Benefits

Defined retirement plan, including pension reciprocity, dependent on an employee's eligibility status (new hire, rehire, etc.).
A wide variety of cafeteria-style health and wellness plans or in-lieu cash waiver.
11 paid City holidays per calendar year and 1 floating holiday per fiscal year.
Approximately 176 hours of paid annual leave for an employee's first 15 years of service, and approximately 216 hours for 16+ years of service.
Up to 24 hours of paid discretionary leave per fiscal year.
Up to 320 hours of paid Parental Leave per childbirth or placement of a child.
Up to 40 hours of paid Bereavement Leave per fiscal year.
Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per fiscal year, and complimentary LinkedIn Learning professional development opportunities.
Free transit pass (including MTS Trolley, MTS Bus, and all Rapid and Rapid Express bus services).
Access to premier City golf courses at a discounted rate.
Reduced-rate fitness center memberships.
City-paid life insurance.