Public Outreach & Communications Strategist

United Water Conservation District; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

United Water Conservation District invites an Outreach and Communications Specialist to develop and execute strategic communications, marketing, and public outreach that align with our mission. You will create promotional materials and manage digital content to raise awareness of District programs and events.

Under the Public Outreach and External Affairs Manager, you will collaborate with staff, design graphics, manage social channels, coordinate community partnerships, and support events from

Qualifications

• Public relations, media relations, and journalistic style guidelines.
• Digital marketing, social media platforms, and website management.
• Graphic design and multimedia tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• Photography and videography principles.
• Event planning, logistics, and community outreach strategies.
• Budgeting, recordkeeping, and Microsoft Office tools.
• Principles of effective communication and inclusive public engagement.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements communications and outreach strategies aligned with District goals.
• Creates, edits, and distributes brochures, newsletters, flyers, presentations, videos, signage, and digital content.
• Manages the District website and social media, ensuring timely updates.
• Designs graphics and multimedia visuals; takes photos and shoots video for promos.
• Promotes programs via campaigns across social media, email, and printed materials.
• Coordinates with community organizations and stakeholders to boost public engagement.
• Plans and executes District events, including logistics, budgeting, and post-event evaluations.
• Gathers feedback through surveys to evaluate outreach effectiveness.
• Represents the District at public meetings and events.
• Operates District vehicle for official business when required.

Skills

Public relations

Digital marketing

Graphic design

Photography

Event planning

Budgeting

Communication

Organization

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Business/Communications

Related field degree (preferred)

Job description

United Water Conservation District invites an Outreach and Communications Specialist to develop and execute strategic communications, marketing, and public outreach that align with our mission. You will create promotional materials and manage digital content to raise awareness of District programs and events.

Under the Public Outreach and External Affairs Manager, you will collaborate with staff, design graphics, manage social channels, coordinate community partnerships, and support events from