Community Relations Assistant – Entry Level

synergize; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Hands-on training

Job summary

synergize in Elk Grove, CA seeks a Community Relations Assistant – Entry Level to support community outreach, marketing, public relations, and local engagement initiatives. This entry-level role welcomes recent graduates or career changers eager to learn and grow.

You will assist with events, engage with community members, and help with promotional materials and schedules, while developing professional skills in a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Interest in community outreach, marketing, and public relations is preferred.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with community outreach programs, campaigns, events, and local initiatives
• Represent the organization at community events and outreach activities
• Engage with community members and provide information about programs and services
• Help with event setup, promotional materials, schedules, and on-site support
• Distribute flyers, brochures, and other marketing materials in the community
• Respond to community questions and inquiries in a friendly, professional manner
• Support marketing, communications, public relations, and community engagement efforts
• Work with team members to execute outreach campaigns
• Track community interactions and event participation
• Maintain accurate records and assist with basic administrative tasks

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Time-management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business, or related field

Job description

Community Relations Assistant – Entry Level

We’re looking for a motivated, outgoing, and people-focused Community Relations Assistant to support our community outreach, marketing, public relations, and local engagement initiatives.

This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone who enjoys meeting new people, helping others, attending community events, and building professional skills. No extensive experience is required—we welcome recent graduates, career changers, and candidates looking to start their careers.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with community outreach programs, campaigns, events, and local initiatives
• Represent the organization at community events and outreach activities
• Engage with community members and provide information about programs and services
• Help with event setup, promotional materials, schedules, and on-site support
• Distribute flyers, brochures, and other marketing materials in the community
• Respond to community questions and inquiries in a friendly, professional manner
• Support marketing, communications, public relations, and community engagement efforts
• Work with team members to execute outreach campaigns
• Track community interactions and event participation
• Maintain accurate records and assist with basic administrative tasks

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for dependable, enthusiastic, and personable candidates who are eager to learn and grow.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Friendly, positive, and professional attitude
• Good organization and time-management skills
• Comfortable interacting with people from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Interest in community outreach, marketing, communications, public relations, or customer service

A degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business, or a related field is a plus, but not required.

Experience in retail, hospitality, customer service, sales, volunteering, campus organizations, or community involvement is also welcome.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Hands-on training and professional development
• Experience in community relations, marketing, communications, and public relations
• Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans
• Inclusive, collaborative, and supportive work environment
• Opportunities to participate in local community events and initiatives