Water Administration-Water Education & Communications Coordinator

City of McAllen, TX; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of McAllen, TX seeks a coordinator to plan, develop, and coordinate comprehensive bilingual water conservation educational programs for schools, civic groups, and community events. The incumbent will act as the principal instructor, delivering on- and off-site lectures on water conservation practices and processing techniques, while managing MPU media and event marketing.

The role operates under general supervision with independent methods and sequences, contributing to the city’s mission

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and coordinate comprehensive bilingual water conservation educational programs.
• Serve as principal instructor and conduct on- and off-site lectures and presentations on water conservation practices, water processing techniques, and utilities conservation efforts.
• Coordinate media and marketing for McAllen Public Utility (MPU) and related events.

Job description

The purpose of this position is to plan, develop, and coordinate comprehensive bilingual water conservation educational programs. Incumbent serves as principal instructor and is responsible for conducting on and off-site lectures and presentations on water conservation practices, water processing techniques and water utilities conservation efforts for schools, civic groups and community events. Coordinator is also responsible for all media and marketing of McAllen Public Utility (MPU) and events. This job works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

About the Organization: McAllen is one of the fastest growing cities in America with a population alone close to 148,000. Known for its tropical breezes, mild winter weather, brightly colored birds, and low cost of living, McAllen offers world-class nature tourism, outstanding arts and entertainment opportunities, great sporting and outdoor activities, enchanting cultural diversity and a lively spirit. It is the home to an international airport, world birding center, symphony orchestra, performing arts center, twenty-five parks and year-round family-friendly events. It is driven by its Mission of consistently providing high quality services and quality of life to all who live, work and visit the City of McAllen and three core values: Integrity, Accountability, and Commitment. It is devoted to truth and honesty, providing courteous, open and responsible public service, and dedicated to responsiveness and excellence.

About the Benefits: The City provides an excellent array of benefits including but not limited to retirement (2:1 matching), health/dental/vision insurance, paid vacation, sick and medical leave, funeral leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, life insurance and longevity pay.