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  • Public Affairs Analyst for the Citrus Heights Water District

    Citrus Heights, California United States REGIONAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES Full Time $87,984.00 - $118,830.36 Annually Nov 21, 2024
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    REGIONAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES

    OUR HISTORY Regional Government Services Authority (RGS) is a Joint Powers Authority (JPA) serving the needs of cities, counties, special districts, joint powers authorities, and other governmental entities since 2002. RGS works exclusively for the benefit of public agencies, providing a ready source of support and consulting services to meet the needs of its partner agencies in a broad range of disciplines and to help local governments meet three challenges: Decreasing revenues Increasing demands (and costs) for services, and Loss of experienced staff. Local government leaders knew that these challenges were likely to continue, so agencies would have to work together – uniting not only their voices but their resources to advocate and become more efficient. The idea behind the creation of RGS was to form an agency that would help local governments share expertise and improve efficiencies. This was an emerging need. It did not require that each agency hire full-time staff. With the creation of this JPA, agencies could, in effect, share expertise through a third-party. WHO WE ARE Today, RGS is governed by several member agencies, all with the common goal expressed in the JPA’s MISSION STATEMENT: To provide quality, innovative, cost-effective services exclusively to public agencies. In November 2020, the 5-year Strategic Plan was adopted. Current member agency representation can be found on the Board of Directors page of this website. RGS developed a highly flexible platform of administrative support, benefit plans and programs that could serve the diverse needs of cities, special districts, counties and other joint powers authorities. Flexibility was vital because the needs of partner agencies varied and because RGS services were 100 percent fee-based. Thus, RGS costs have always been able to ramp up or down quickly, as demand changed. To further understand RGS main service lines, please see the RGS Services Brochure or the Services area of the website. To view the RGS Org Chart click here. Regional Government Services Authority was formed under Section 6500, for the purpose of providing local governments with administrative, staffing and advisory services.  RGS has now served over 300 cities, special districts, joint powers authorities and other local governments and non-profits that support local governments.

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    Job Description

    Position Description

    $7,332.00 - $9,902.53 monthly.

    (Salary range subject to 3.5% Cost-of-living-adjustment 01/2025 pending Board approval)

    Are you a self-starter with exceptional communications skills?

    Do you have a passion for serving your community in the growing field of drinking water distribution and water quality?

    Are you hardworking and accountable?

    Do you enjoy working with a great team?

    If so, the Citrus Heights Water District (District) is looking for a Public Affairs Analyst!

    Regional Government Services (RGS) and its staff are conducting the recruitment on behalf of the District.

    The Position

    Individuals hired into this role will perform professional, administrative, and technical duties in the development, administration, and implementation of District communications and public engagement, including public information, community outreach, education, marketing, and communications programs.

    The Ideal Candidate Will:
    • Be motivated by the opportunity for professional challenge and growth.
    • Be a self-starter, flexible, reliable, and detail-oriented with high standards for work products.
    • Be an effective problem-solver who combines excellent written and oral communication skills.
    • Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and customers.
    • Demonstrate commitment, dedication, and accountability in their work, training, and professional development and will follow through on all aspects of their assignments.
    • Be adept at identifying critical issues and resourceful in crafting feasible options to propose to decision makers.
    • Have experience writing standard operating procedures, utilizing social media for organizational purposes and campaigns, and grant writing.


    COMPETENCIES
    • Accountability - Accepts responsibility for themselves
    • Attention to Detail - Accomplishes tasks with thoroughness and accuracy
    • Communication - Effectively conveys and exchanges thoughts, opinions, and information verbally and in writing
    • Collaboration - Fosters staff and stakeholder communication and dialogue, identifies opportunities to build consensus for options, decisions, and outcomes
    • Influence - Exerts a positive effect on others’ views, attitudes, decisions, perceptions, and beliefs
    • Initiative - Assesses and initiates work independently
    • Interpersonal Relations - Builds relationships based on mutual trust and respect
    • Reliability and Commitment - Shows commitment, dedication, and accountability in one’s work, and follows through on all projects and aspects of one’s work
    • Time Management and Organization - Manages and prioritizes both everyday responsibilities and high-level, longer-term objectives
    • Teamwork - Works collaboratively with others to achieve goals
    • Safety - Works to comply with safety regulations and helps to promote safety consciousness and well-being.


    About the Citrus Heights Water District (CHWD)

    Founded in 1920, CHWD, an irrigation district operating under the State of California Water Code, is a leading independent water service provider. We take pride in continuing our work to deliver a safe, dependable, and healthy supply of water to our customers. CHWD provides drinking water to an estimated population of 67,000 customers via approximately 210,000 water service connections, made up of a service area consisting of 12.8 square miles within portions of Citrus Heights, Fair Oaks, Orangevale, Carmichael, and Roseville in the Greater Sacramento Region.

    The CHWD has thirty-eight full-time dedicated staff, over one-third of whom have post-secondary degrees, who operate and maintain a conjunctive use surface water and groundwater system. CHWD also has many value-added programs for its customers. CHWD’s team focuses on providing high quality water and great customer service.

    The District operates under a governing body of three elected members who serve on a Board of Directors with an appointed General Manager.

    It is the mission of CHWD to furnish a dependable supply of safe, quality water delivered in an efficient, responsive, and affordable manner. To achieve this goal, the District strives to create a highly skilled team-oriented work environment that empowers its staff and supports pursuits for personal and professional growth.

    Examples of Duties

    For an overview of the responsibilities of this role, click here.

    Typical Qualifications

    Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

    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:

    Two years of increasingly responsible experience in public relations or public affairs, preferably in a utility or similar government setting

    Licenses and Certifications:

    Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

    Possession and proof of a good driving record free from multiple or serious traffic violations or accidents for at least two (2) years duration is required. The driving record shall not contribute to an increase in the District's automobile insurance rates.

    Supplemental Information

    Salary and Benefits

    The starting salary and salary range will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and skills of the successful candidate.

    $7,332.00 - $9,902.53 monthly (Salary range is subject to 3.5% Cost-of-living-adjustment 01/2025 pending Board approval)

    A comprehensive benefits package includes:
    • Flexible 4/40 Work Schedule: The District observes a 4/40 work schedule.
    • Retirement: The District offers CalPERS with Social Security. Benefit is 2% @ 55 for classic members and 2% @ 62 for new members as defined by PEPRA, subject to the limitations set by PERS. Employee pays the employee portion.
    • Deferred Compensation Plan: The District offers optional enrollment in a pre-tax payroll-deducted 457 plan (MissionSquare Retirement formerly known as ICMA- RC). The District offers 3% employer match based on annual limits established by the Internal Revenue Service.
    • Health Insurance - Medical: The District provides health insurance plan options for employees and dependents; offers a $400 monthly medical stipend to employees who do not enroll into the District's health plan.
    • Dental/ Vision Insurance: The District provides dental and vision coverage to employees and dependents through Principal Insurance Group.
    • Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care: The District also provides account options that cover some or all co-pays, deductibles, and out-of-pocket medical costs.
    • Life Insurance: The District pays $250100,000 of employee life insurance. Additional supplemental life is available to employees at their own expense.
    • Social Security: The District has contracted to continue employee participation in the US Social Security (SSA) Old-Age Survivors and Disability Insurance (OASDI) program.
    • Vacation Leave/Sick Leave: The District offers generous vacation and sick leave benefits beginning at monthly accruals of eight hours and eight hours, respectively. In addition, employees are offered ten hours of floating holidays per year. Employees may be eligible to cash out leave hours annually.


    APPLICATION PROCESS AND SELECTION PROCEDURE:

    Applications must be submitted on-line through this applicant tracking system. Materials must be complete and clearly demonstrate that the candidate meets the minimum qualifications. Incomplete, late, emailed, and faxed applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application.

    Certificates, resumes, and/or cover letters must be uploaded with your application through this applicant tracking system.

    All statements made on the application, resume, and supplemental materials are subject to verification. False statements may be cause for immediate disqualification, removal from eligibility list, or discharge from employment.

    The deadline to apply is December 11th, 2024, at 11:59 PM PST.

    LINK TO APPLY HERE

    Appraisal Process - (Pass/Fail) After the closing deadline, applications will be screened in relation to the criteria indicated in this announcement.

    This process may also include various interviews and/or a skills assessment exam to rank applications, and to prepare a Qualified Candidate List.

    Application - Minimum Qualification Assessment - (Pass/Fail) All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and assessed for each applicant's ability to meet the minimum work experience, training, and education qualifications.

    Remote Screen Interview Exam - (100%) Candidates who pass the application assessment will be invited to a Remote Screen Interview Examination to evaluate training, experience, and other job-related qualifications for the position. The Remote Screen Interview will be conducted via a video conference platform and is tentatively scheduled for mid-December 2024.

    Successful candidates will be submitted to the Citrus Heights Water District for further consideration.

    All communication and notices will be sent via e-mail. Additional inquiries about the position may be directed to dprieto@rgs.ca.gov

    Neither Regional Government Services nor the Citrus Heights Water District are responsible for the failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application. Candidates who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process should advise Regional Government Services by mailing dprieto@rgs.ca.gov .

    The Citrus Heights Water District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Closing Date/Time: 12/11/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
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Public affairs jobs involve working with various organizations, including government agencies, non-profits, and private companies, to promote public awareness, diplomacy, and cooperation. These roles typically focus on building relationships between organizations and the public, developing policy initiatives, and promoting foreign relations.

Public affairs professionals often draft press releases, organize media events, coordinate community outreach, and manage communication campaigns. Their work helps shape public opinion and ensures that an organization’s voice is heard on key issues.

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Public Affairs Specialist

Public affairs specialists develop and implement public relations strategies that promote an organization’s mission and goals. They work closely with government agencies, non-profits, and private companies to enhance public understanding of important issues.

These positions require substantial research and analytical skills, allowing specialists to analyze data and create effective communication strategies. Public affairs specialists may also be involved in government relations to help organizations maintain positive relationships with governmental bodies.

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Public affairs specialists often work in organizations like the Army National Guard, Air Force Civilian Career Training, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, where army training and communication protocols are essential aspects of their daily responsibilities.

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Examples of strategic communications jobs include positions with the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and the Department of Agriculture. In these roles, specialists ensure that the organization’s messages are consistent, impactful, and aligned with its core mission and values.

 

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Senior Director of Public Affairs

The senior director of public affairs is critical in managing an organization’s public relations strategies. This position oversees teams of specialists and ensures that all communications are aligned with the organization’s goals.

The senior director works closely with internal departments, such as human resources and communications, and external entities, like government agencies and media outlets. Leadership skills, a deep understanding of government relations, and an ability to navigate complex public issues are essential in this role.

Vice President of Public Affairs

The vice president of public affairs oversees the development and implementation of public relations strategies at the highest level within an organization. This role requires working closely with senior leadership to craft policies and communication strategies that enhance public relations efforts.

Strong leadership and management skills are necessary to effectively direct a team of public affairs professionals. The vice president must be a strategic thinker and an excellent communicator who can represent the organization in high-level meetings with foreign relations officials, business leaders, and the media.

Examples of vice president of public affairs jobs include positions with the Humane Society and the Department of Justice.

Executive Director of Public Engagement

The executive director of public engagement is responsible for developing and implementing engagement strategies that foster meaningful connections between an organization and its key audiences. This role involves overseeing communication strategies, community outreach, and event management to promote public involvement in organizational initiatives.

The executive director works closely with the inspector general and senior leaders to ensure public accountability and transparency. The job title also requires working with both internal teams and external partners to create impactful public outreach campaigns.

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San Francisco is a key city in international relations and diplomacy, with numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations. The city’s diverse population and global reach provide opportunities for public affairs professionals to make a significant impact.

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San Francisco is home to many major companies and organizations, offering various job opportunities in public affairs. Examples of public affairs jobs in San Francisco include positions with the Federal Aviation Administration and the Department of Transportation.

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Professionals in public affairs typically need a bachelor’s degree in public affairs, international relations, communications, or a related field. However, advanced public administration or public policy degrees can also enhance a candidate’s prospects, especially for leadership roles.

The role demands strong research and analytical skills to examine data and develop practical solutions. Public affairs professionals must stay informed about current events, legislation, and public opinion trends that could impact their organization’s reputation or operations.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for working with diverse stakeholders. Working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to changing priorities is also crucial. Public affairs professionals must manage multiple projects simultaneously, requiring excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

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Salaries for public affairs jobs vary depending on the organization, location, and experience level. In general, larger organizations and government positions offer more competitive salaries and benefits packages.

Public affairs professionals with experience in strategic communications, crisis management, or policy analysis may command higher salaries due to the specialized nature of their work. Salaries can also vary by geographic location, with cities like Washington, D.C., and San Francisco offering higher pay due to the high demand for public affairs experts in those areas.

Benefits often include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For example, public affairs professionals working with the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence typically receive comprehensive benefits.

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To find public affairs job openings, use keywords like “public affairs” and “strategic communications” when searching on job boards and company websites. It’s also helpful to network with professionals to learn about potential job opportunities and get advice on landing your next role.

Tailoring your resume and cover letter to the specific job description is essential. Highlight your relevant experience and how it aligns with the organization’s needs. Many job search websites, such as LinkedIn and Glassdoor, offer public affairs job listings, and attending industry events can provide valuable networking opportunities.

 

Conclusion

Public affairs jobs are in high demand nationwide, especially in cities like San Francisco, where there are ample opportunities in government and non-profit sectors. These roles require intense research, communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment.

Examples of public affairs jobs include public affairs specialists, strategic communications specialists, and vice presidents of public affairs. Public affairs professionals can build rewarding careers in various sectors with the right skills and qualifications, promoting diplomacy, cooperation, and understanding.

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