The Position:Under immediate supervision, Community Affairs Intern will assist in classroom presentations, community events, and district tours; assist in the coordination of annual educational events such as the Splash Into Spring, Student Art Program, and the Storm Games booth; Draft social media posts and content; Assist in community outreach for local programs and represent the District at selected local functions and water and/or organizational functions, including those occurring outside normal working hours; Produce, shoot and edit videos; and Take photos of district assets and personnel. Under immediate supervision, Community Affairs Intern will assist in classroom presentations, community events, and district tours; assist in the coordination of annual educational events such as the Splash Into Spring, Student Art Program, and the Storm Games booth; Draft social media posts and content; Assist in community outreach for local programs and represent the District at selected local functions and water and/or o
Immediate Impact: The successful candidate will be given the following objectives upon hire: Within the first month, the selected candidate will demonstrate the ability to follow all safety protocols and complete tasks in a safe and efficient manner. Within 3 months, create, monitor, and maintain an inventory system for all promotional and educational materials. Within 6 months, assist with various community events and District tours. Within 9 months, assist with the coordination of Community Affairs Projects, such as social media, video production and photography.
The Ideal Candidate:- Actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in communication, public relations, marketing, or a related field.
- Knowledge of concepts, practices, procedures, methods, and techniques used in public relations, media relations, and community outreach.
- Excellent customer service skills, along with effective oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of the basic operations, services, and activities of a public information and community outreach program. Familiarity with Canva or Adobe Suite is a plus.
- Knowledge of office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets and databases.
- Must possess a valid California Driver's License.
Competencies and skills:Nonessential:* Enthusiasm - Possessing a strong drive and desire for learning, innovation, forward-thinking, and the overall desire to do your job well.* Inclusiveness - Conducting yourself in a manner which promotes respect and teamwork; communication with and appreciation for all, understanding each person is unique; Striving to understand how to work with our differences, provide better service, work products, and enhance organizational culture.* Integrity - Demonstrating sincerity and high moral standards in principles, intentions, and actions; having an honest and open approach to all conduct aspects that encourages loyalty, transparency, fairness, and trust.* Professionalism - Showing knowledge, effectiveness, and competency through coworker and customer interactions; and maintaining a calm, professional outward demeanor, upholding a reputation for accuracy, dependability, expertise, efficiency, and high quality through information, services, and product delivery.* Stewardship - Taking responsibility for and ownership of assigned responsibilities; valuing public health and the environment, you consider customer expectations, both internal and external; demonstrating a proactive, positive willingness to serve.
Compensation: Our Mission: To manage our natural resources to provide reliable, cost efficient and high quality water and wastewater services for the communities we serve, while promoting conservation, environmental responsibility, educations, community interaction, ethical behavior and recognizing employees as highly valuable assets.The Water Employee Services Authority: WESA was established as a joint powers authority between the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District and Meeks & Daley Water Company. As a joint powers authority, WESA provides professional water and wastewater services to both agencies. WESA is committed to: Professionalism-Demonstrating competency while maintaining a professional demeanor and upholding a reputation for expertise, efficiency, and high quality through delivery of information, services, and products. Enthusiasm-Possessing a strong drive for learning, innovation, forward thinking, and the overall desire to do your job well. Transparency-Demonstrating high moral standards in principles, intentions and actions; conduct that encourages loyalty, integrity, and trust. Inclusiveness-Promoting respect and teamwork through communication and appreciation for all. Stewardship-Taking ownership and responsibility for assigned responsibilities, while demonstrating a proactive, positive willingness to serve.
The Application Process: For questions and inquiries, please contact: Human Resources at ...@evmwd.net or (951) ###-####Apply online at www.wesawater.com. Resumes and certifications may be included, but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application. The initial review of applications will begin on Monday, June 24, 2024 and will remain open until filled.