Arena Careers

Under general direction, performs journalistic and public communications work for the development of informational materials, news releases, and other actions necessary to prepare materials for release. Exercises no supervision.

Work locations and schedules may vary, depending on position and Council District. Council Aide positions are subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason. This posting may be used to fill full time, part time, and temporary positions, depending on available opportunities.

Essential Job Functions

• Promotes, supports, and integrates community input into City governance.
• Oversees the Council district office's social media platforms to include newsletters, social media updates, and resident feedback research.
• Ensures accurate and timely information flow between the Council district office and residents through newsletters, social media activity and all other appropriate communication platforms.
• Responsible for media relations of the Council district office to include drafting responses to media inquiries and questions relating to the Council district office and other policy related issues.
• Drafts and arranges for the distribution of news releases, pamphlets, and special articles.
• May conduct neighborhood need assessments to include meeting with neighborhood residents, leaders, and community groups to identify needs and available resources.
• Prepares draft speaking points, speeches, and presentations for Councilmember's appearances.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three (3) years of relevant experience in Public Relations.
• Councilmembers retain the discretion to evaluate and consider all submitted applications.

**Special Instructions:  ** A current resume must be attached to your online application. Please include all relevant work experience and education within your application and resume.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks.  If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing.  Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of communications and marketing principles, methods, and techniques to create a communications plan.
• Skill in operating a personal computer, related applications, and the use of electronic resources.
• Skill in utilizing desktop publishing programs.
• Ability to coordinate with other organizations.
• Ability to research, gather, write, and graphically present information and prepare it for publication.
• Ability to plan and execute project timelines, consider and account for possible complications.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and problem solving skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to maintain professional demeanor and appearance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to perform all the physical, intellectual, and analytical requirements of the position including decision making with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment but will include traveling to conduct site visits, attend events and attend meetings at various locations.