Public Affairs & Digital Content Coordinator (Part-Time)

South Coast Water District; Laguna Beach (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

South Coast Water District is seeking a part-time Public Affairs Assistant to support digital content creation and community outreach. The role includes managing social media campaigns, capturing event photography, and drafting communications materials under supervision.

The position also involves maintaining the District website, coordinating with departments for content, and supporting emergency communication activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Graphic Design, English, Public Administration, or a related field is desirable.
• Two years of experience supporting public relations, communications, marketing, or public information functions is desirable.
• Experience using generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude) in a communications context is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Creates social media content including posts, graphics, photos, and short videos; manages campaigns across District platforms.
• Takes photographs at District events for use across channels.
• Drafts and designs communications content including eNewsletters, bill inserts, brochures, and flyers.
• Monitors social media activity and prepares regular reporting on metrics.
• Assists in planning and staffing District events and community outreach activities.
• Oversees day-to-day maintenance of website content; drafts and publishes website content.

Skills

Social media management

Content creation

Graphic design basics

MS Office

English language

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree (desirable) in Communications/PR/Marketing/Graphic Design/English or related

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Social media scheduling tools

Job description

South Coast Water District is seeking a part-time Public Affairs Assistant to support digital content creation and community outreach. The role includes managing social media campaigns, capturing event photography, and drafting communications materials under supervision.

The position also involves maintaining the District website, coordinating with departments for content, and supporting emergency communication activities as needed.