Policy & Community Liaison Assistant

City of San José; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of San José is seeking a part-time Council Assistant to support the Office of Councilmember Domingo Candelas. The role involves serving as liaison, providing policy analysis, research, communication, event planning, and community outreach. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is required.

Candidates should have strong organizational abilities, written and oral communication skills, and experience in policy or communications. Bilingual Vietnamese is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience advising on public policy and constituent services.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Represent the elected official at meetings and events.
• Provide legislative and policy research support.
• Gathers background information on issues before City Council.
• Draft correspondence and briefing materials.
• Coordinate and lead community meetings and events.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and oral communication

Multitasking

Policy analysis

Event planning

Community outreach

Team collaboration

Bilingual Vietnamese (preferred)

Education

BA/BS in Political Science or Public Policy or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The City of San José is seeking a part-time Council Assistant to support the Office of Councilmember Domingo Candelas. The role involves serving as liaison, providing policy analysis, research, communication, event planning, and community outreach. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is required.

Candidates should have strong organizational abilities, written and oral communication skills, and experience in policy or communications. Bilingual Vietnamese is highly preferred.