Public Affairs Specialist I/II

Description

The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill one full-time regular position in the Public Affairs Department, General Manager Division, to plan, organize, coordinate and implement a variety of media and public relations programs in support of District goals, mission and business plan; and to serve as a resource to managers, supervisors, and employees on a variety of public affairs matters.

Any Qualified Individual May Apply. This is an exempt position and is allocated to the Management and Confidential Group. The list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill other Public Affairs Specialist I/II vacancies that may occur within the District through April 29, 2026.

If there is a lack of qualified candidates at the II level, the position may be filled at the I level. Distinguishing Characteristics

Public Affairs Specialist I: This is the entry level class in the Public Affairs Specialist series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience. The Public Affairs Specialist I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbents work under general supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to direction as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.

Public Affairs Specialist II: This is the journey level class in the Public Affairs Specialist series and is distinguished from the I level by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Public Affairs Specialist I: Receives direction from the Senior Public Affairs Specialist.

Public Affairs Specialist II: Receives direction from the Senior Public Affairs Specialist.

Examples of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Other Related Duties

Other duties as assigned Typical Qualifications

Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Public Affairs Specialist I

Knowledge of:

Ability to:

Experience:

Two years of increasingly responsible experience developing and implementing media and public relations programs.

Education:

Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major course work in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.

Public Affairs Specialist II

In addition to the qualifications for the Public Affairs Specialist I:

Knowledge of:

Ability to:

Experience:

Five years of progressively responsible experience similar to Public Affairs Specialist I with the District.

Education:

Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major course work in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.

Special Requirement:

Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

Supplemental Information

Qualified applicants must submit a completed District application. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. Application screening will begin on or after May 13, 2025. Applications received after this date are not guaranteed consideration.

Applications will be reviewed on a comparative basis and only those most qualified will be invited to continue in the recruitment process, which will consist of an overall assessment of the individual's skills through (1) written test; (2) oral interview; and (3) contacting of references to include current and former supervisors. The applicant must perform successfully in each phase of the recruitment in order to continue in the recruitment process.

Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact Human Resources at (209) 526-7341. California Relay Service is available at (800) 735-2922 voice and (800) 735-2929 TDD. The Modesto Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED AND APPLICABLE HIGHER EDUCATION DEGREE, AND A COMPLETE BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO BEGINNING WORK.

INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE