Mesa Water District (Mesa Water) is thrilled to now be accepting applications for a Public Affairs Manager to join our team! The Public Affairs Manager assumes full management responsibility of our Public Affairs department which is comprised of a Water Use Efficiency and Education Coordinator, a Public Affairs Specialist, and a Department Assistant. The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies:
About Our District
Mesa Water is an independent, top-performing special district, located in Costa Mesa, California. At Mesa Water, you’ll be part of an award-winning agency that provides 100% local and reliable groundwater to more than 110,000 residents. Mesa Water is the only water district in the county to provide its community with water sourced entirely from local groundwater supplies.
An industry leader, and one of the most efficient water agencies in Orange County, Mesa Water is known for its entrepreneurial, collaborative spirit, forward-thinking business practices and technologies, and commitment to remarkable customer service. Employees are provided with an excellent benefits package offering $2,200/month in flex credits, participation in CalPERS, a matching 457b plan (up to 3.5%), a generous education reimbursement program, and a wealth of training and professional development opportunities. To learn more, follow @MesaWater on Facebook, Instagram, and visit MesaWater.org.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public relations, communications, journalism, public administration, or a related field.
EXPERIENCE: Eight (8) years of increasingly responsible experience in public relations or public affairs work preferably in a utility or similar government setting developing and implementing communications strategies to meet organizational objectives, including three (3) years in a management or supervisory capacity.
CERTIFICATE: An accreditation in Public Relations from Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) desirable.
LICENSE: Valid class “C” California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
Visit www.mesawater.org/jobs to apply today!
Contact recruiter, Camille Shehadeh, at [email protected] with any questions. Only online applications with completed supplemental questions will be accepted. The deadline to submit applications is Monday, May 13, 2024 (deadline extended!) at 11:59 PM.