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Job Title
Temporary Public Information Representative I with a Work with a large, mission-driven public agency that supports essential water, environmental, and infrastructure services for a major metropolitan region
Location
San Jose, CA (Onsite)
Assignment Details
Duration: 960 Hours in a fiscal year
Work Schedule: Part-time: 20hr/week
Start Date: to be discussed
Pay Rate: $43.60
Role Overview
The Public Information Representative I is an entry-level communications, education, outreach, and community relations professional responsible for supporting public awareness initiatives, educational programming, community engagement activities, and dissemination of information regarding District operations, policies, programs, and services. The role works closely with schools, community organizations, government representatives, and the public while learning the full scope of public information and outreach functions.
For the Office of Civic Engagement assignment, the PIR I serves as key support staff for the Education Outreach Program, delivering educational presentations, maintaining instructional materials, and supporting curriculum and newsletter development.
Key Responsibilities
Education & Community Outreach
Deliver lessons, assemblies, tours, and educational programming in classroom, outdoor, and virtual environments.
Plan, organize, and conduct facility tours and open houses.
Schedule and coordinate community education programs with schools and community groups.
Support curriculum development and educational workshops.
Communications & Public Relations
Promote awareness of District programs, projects, and initiatives.
Research, write, and edit communication materials, newsletters, articles, press releases, and informational content.
Assist with communication strategies and public information campaigns.
Respond to requests and inquiries from the public.
Stakeholder Engagement
Build and maintain relationships with schools, community groups, media representatives, and government agencies.
Represent the District during public outreach activities and community events.
Foster positive relationships with employees, community stakeholders, and the public.
Administrative & Program Support
Maintain and organize educational and outreach materials.
Provide administrative and operational support to assigned programs.
Assist with vendor coordination, invoice processing, and budget-related activities.
Support surveys, participant feedback collection, and program improvements.
Multimedia & Content Development
Assist in creating presentations, photography, video, social media, and communication materials.
Support graphic design and publication development when needed.
Required Experience
Minimum 1 year of experience in one or more of the following:
Additional Requirement for This Assignment
One (1) year of experience in education, outreach activities, community relations, or public relations.
Preferred:
Experience working with K–12 students and youth audiences.
Experience collaborating with teachers, school administrators, and school office staff.
Public speaking, presentations, and group facilitation.
Educational programming and curriculum development.
Community outreach and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
Required Skills
Technical Skills
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Google Workspace.
Presentation development and delivery.
Written communications and content development.
Multimedia tools (presentations, photography, video, social media content).
Basic understanding of public information, public relations, and outreach practices.
Ability to prepare communication materials and newsletters.
Familiarity with graphic design and publication tools is beneficial.
Soft Skills:
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Public speaking and presentation skills.
Ability to engage diverse audiences, particularly youth.
Relationship-building and stakeholder management.
Customer service and public-facing communication skills.
Organizational and administrative skills.
Collaboration and teamwork.
Ability to learn and explain policies, procedures, and programs.
Time management and multitasking.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Education / Certifications
Required Education
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in:
Communications
Journalism
Public Relations
Education
Graphic Design
Related field
Equivalent Experience Substitution
Tryfacta is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based on Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age
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