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SALARY: $20.74 – $32.25 Hourly
$3,594.93 – $5,590.00 Monthly
$43,139.20 – $67,080.00 Annually
OPENING DATE: 05/30/22
CLOSING DATE: 06/21/22 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION: Padre Dam Municipal Water District is a seeking a highly motivated and innovative individual to join our Communications team.
Under general supervision, the Communications Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of entry and professional level community relations, public affairs, and media relations activities that enhance the image of Padre Dam among customers and employees, in the community, with other agencies, the water and wastewater industries, elected officials and the media.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
1. Assist in the development and implementation of less complex assigned public awareness, community outreach and internal communication activities.
2. Assist in organizing special events and activities.
3. Respond to inquiries from customers and the public about conservation & other communication topics.
4. Assist with website maintenance and development as well as District’s social media sites.
5. Assists in facilitating two-way communication with Padre Dam Stakeholders, employees and the media.
6. Assists in representing Padre Dam and responds to inquires as assigned.
7. Participates in emergency response when needed which includes reporting to the Emergency Operations Center if activated.
8. Promote and coordinate the San Diego County Water Authority’s regional water conservation programs to residential and commercial customers.
9. Complete primary and secondary market research.
10. Assist in processing of purchase orders and invoices for the communications department.
11. Maintain effective relationships with those encountered in the course of work, including the media.
12. Assist in coordinating speakers and tours of water facilities.
13. Maintain accurate files and records.
14. Assists with copywriting of outreach materials
15. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE & LICENSING:
Knowledge (position requirements at entry):
- Principles, practices and techniques for the design and implementation of public affairs.
- Methods of writing, public presentation, business communications and research techniques
- Media relations
- Social media
- Copywriting
- Event coordination
- Water conservation
- Website design
- Basic Mathematics
Skills(position requirements at entry):
- Ability to use initiative and independent judgment.
- Ability to recognize and deal appropriately with complex and sensitive information.
- Coordination and Collaboration with staff on assigned projects
- Proficiency with computers, word processing, Excel, graphic design, and social media.
- Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor,
the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
Training and Experience (position requirements at entry): High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.) and two years’ experience working in an office setting with considerable customer contact and public relations experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Licensing Requirements (position requirements at entry):
Valid California Driver’s License.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
As part of the East County Advanced Water Purification Project (ECAWP), Padre Dam is entering into an Administrative and Operating Services Agreement (Agreement) with the East County CAWP Joint Powers Authority (JPA). Padre Dam, as the contracted Administrator and Operator, will provide management, administrative, operations, maintenance and similar or related services for JPA owned ECAWPAWP facilities. The Administrator and Operator functions will require Padre Dam to hire additional personnel for the development period of the project, or until the Agreement to provide those services is otherwise terminated or not extended. Once the Agreement is terminated or expires, Padre Dam will no longer need the additional personnel and will no longer have the funding to support additional personnel. ECAWP Project Funded Employees will be specifically hired as employees for the duration of time that the District is providing Administrative and Operating Services, but those employees may perform any work for the District within their employment classification, not just work under the Agreement. ECAWP Project Funded Employees will be provided the same rights and benefits as other Permanent Padre Dam Employees, and be hired into the same classifications with the same salaries, except with respect to termination of employment if Padre Dam ceases to provide Administrator or Operator services to ECAWP. The current Agreement is for a period of approximately ten years. External applicants will be considered contract employees. Interviews for this position will be held at the end of July 2022.
INTERNSHIP | CARLSBAD
$18.00-20.28 Hourly
The Position
This internship is geared toward recent graduates and those soon to graduate who would like to explore a career in the communication field.
The city’s Communication & Engagement Department handles all internal and external communication for this mid-sized coastal city located between San Diego and Los Angeles. The department’s work is designed to create and maintain mutually beneficial relationships between the city and those it serves. Our main functions include:
- Encouraging community members to participate in city decision-making
- Raising awareness of city services, programs and events
- Promoting behaviors that protect public safety and the environment
- Helping city employees be informed and engaged
- Serving as public information officers in the event of a natural disaster or other emergency
Why Carlsbad?
An internship in the City of Carlsbad’s Communication & Engagement Department offers opportunities to gain professional experience in:
- Writing and editing
- Website content management and strategy
- Digital media and advertising
- Communication strategy
- Issues management
- Marketing and promotions
- Media relations
We will work with you to design a portfolio of work that supports your career goals and interests. The department expects to recruit for a full-time entry-level position at the end of summer 2022 for which our summer intern(s) would be invited to apply.
Hours & Duration
20- to 40-hours a week, based on your preference and availability. Minimum of four days a week in the office (this helps you have a more meaningful experience because you can work on projects start to finish and be assigned a higher level of work.)
Key Responsibilities
We will tailor your workload based on your professional development goals. Typical intern responsibilities could include:
- Researching, writing, editing and proofreading news releases, web content, and social media copy
- Developing and overseeing the production of graphic design projects
- Assisting with video production
- Preparing PowerPoint presentations
- Planning public meetings and groundbreaking/ribbon cutting events
- Managing website pages, updating content and drafting new content
- Overseeing photo shoots
- Updating databases
- Attending and monitoring City Council meetings and meetings of city boards, commissions and committees
- Developing analytic reports for the city website, social media and email programs
- Increasing trust and transparency in city government
Qualifications
- Effective interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city staff and the public.
- Ability to think creatively and quickly while managing multiple tasks/projects.
Experience & Education
- Must be currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, an accredited academic course/program or technical/trade school, preferably with a focus in communication, marketing or a related field.
Benefits
Internship positions do not have benefits, and cannot exceed 980 hours in a fiscal year (July 1- June 30).
Paid internship positions with the City of Carlsbad receive 24 hours of sick leave per fiscal year (July 1- June 30) and are eligible to use paid sick leave 90 days after the first day of work (reported work hours).
PART TIME | SAN DIEGO
Harmonium Mission: To provide quality services that advance well-being in children, youth and their families through safe, nurturing and respectful relationships.
Status: Part-Time; Non-Exempt
Program ServiceArea: Administration
Department: Executive
Hours: 20 hours per week
Salary: $21.38 – $26.14 per hour (all new hires begin at starting salary regardless of experience)
Benefits: 403b Retirement Plan with a match of up to 2% based on years of service; CA Paid Sick
Leave accrued at 1 hour per 30 hours worked with a maximum accrual of 80 hours per
calendar year
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
EEO Job Category: Administration
General Description:
The Communications Specialist is responsible for supporting Harmonium in expanding its communication and marketing via its website, social media pages, email newsletter(s), annual reporting, and other marketing and branding materials. This position is responsible for developing original content and recommending communication strategies, in collaboration with Harmonium’s staff and Board.
Essential Functions:
Communication:
− Provides responsive and quality service to staff, board, and members of the community
− Work closely with supervisor to prioritize projects, assess needs, and identify program staff to achieve goals
− Create content and visuals that are tailored to Harmonium’s target audiences
Agency Leadership:
− Exemplifies and promotes agency mission, vision and core values
Job Complexity:
− Responsible for managing and developing up to date content for Harmonium’s website, social media, newsletters, annual report and other marketing materials
− Coordinate and collaborate with other service areas for posting of information to the website and other venues
− Increase communications strategies to expand access to new avenues of funders and funding sources
− Prepare and present information regarding Harmonium’s promotion and communication strategies on an as-needed basis
Accountability:
− Ensures proper releases are received prior to publishing content and/or photos
− Create compelling social media content and visuals that engage target audiences and reach objectives
− Tap into creative content strategies on social media platforms (e.g. Stories, Reels) to engage followers
− Draft email marketing content in the form of newsletters, single-topic emails, fundraising emails and more
− Create new website content on an as-needed basis (e.g. blogs, bios, etc.)
− Maintain website to keep content and visuals fresh, and ensure it is functioning well for end-users
− Spearhead the creation of press materials (e.g. press releases, media alerts, pitches, etc.) in collaboration with Harmonium’s PR and other consultants to raise awareness of the organization’s programming and milestones
− Develop and maintain a basic content calendar for social media and email marketing efforts
− Manage Harmonium’s digital community (e.g. responding timely to messages on social media, maintaining a positive and professional presence, etc.)
Job Description
− Stay on top of industry and landscape trends to inform Harmonium’s content strategy
− Design creative for social media, email marketing, website and print collateral (think: Instagram graphics, website banners, brochures, and the like)
− Track social media analytics andGoogleAnalytics to determine the efficacy of Harmonium’s content strategy across social media and web
− Use data and analyses to inform decisions about upcoming content
Decision Making:
− Assist in identifying best communication solutions for theAgency based on best practices in the field
− Judgments and decisions are guided by Harmonium and program policies, contracts and state/federal guidelines
Staff Supervision:
− None
Minimum Competencies:
− Must be 18 years of age or older
− Completed or working toward a degree, preferably in the Marketing, Communications or Public Relations field
− Firm grasp of social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram,Twitter,TikTok, Snapchat)
− Must have working knowledge ofGoogle Suite, MicrosoftWord, Excel and PowerPoint
− Experience using tools like Canva,Adobe Photoshop, Lumen5
− Ability to write well-organized and clear content that matches Harmonium’s brand voice and tone
− Self-motivated and successful in working in fast-moving, dynamic, and team-oriented environment
− Fantastic internal and external communication/people skills
− Enthusiasm for the mission of Harmonium and the families we serve
− ValidTB results required
− Must receive Fingerprint Clearance upon hire (paid by Harmonium)
− Must provide proof of FullyVaccinated status
− Valid CA driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle with active insurance
Physical Requirement:
− Ability to operate computer
− Occasional standing, walking, kneeling, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, reaching above, and below the shoulder
− Ability to lift and carry up to twenty pounds
− Ability to sit for prolonged periods
− Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment
− High energy needed with the ability to balance multiple high-stress tasks
− No or very limited exposure to physical risk
− Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
Disclaimer:
− Harmonium is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
− The employee is required to adhere to all Harmonium policies when employed
− The preceding description is ONLY a general description of essential duties and not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position
− Job description is subject to change at any time
FULL TIME | SAN DIEGO
JPW Communications is an award-winning communications firm that is seeking a full-time communications coordinator to play a key role within our growing agency.
Our ideal candidate:
- is passionate about sharing compelling stories
- loves a good challenge and rises to the occasion
- approaches each project with creativity and enthusiasm
- has a passion for serving the greater good
Description:
The coordinator is an entry-level position that will support our team with a variety of tasks related to the implementation of communication, marketing and public engagement plans for our expanding roster of public sector clients including cities, water districts, school districts, universities, economic development agencies, visitor bureaus and more.
Work will revolve around public outreach, community branding, behavioral-change marketing campaigns, media relations and digital engagement – all while supporting our company vision to help government connect with their audiences in meaningful and transformative ways.
Specific duties for this role may include content development, social media planning and implementation, website management, project management, research and more.
Job Duties:
- Work with account managers and account directors to support client deliverables
- Cultivate support for projects through targeted outreach, one-on-one meetings, group meetings and community events
- Develop engaging and innovative content for advertising, videos, websites, fact sheets, presentations, newsletters and other collateral
- Coordinate with graphics team for development and production of creative collateral materials, advertisements and websites
- Plan, write and implement engaging social media campaigns and track success
- Plan public meetings, open houses, workshops, supporter events, special events, news conferences and media briefings
- Assist with client-related research, media coverage and social media tracking, and stakeholder database development
- Provide excellent client service
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Political Science, Digital Media, Public Affairs or Public Administration required
Experience:
Up to 3 years previous Public Affairs, Public Relations or Community Outreach experience required; work within a public agency setting preferred but not required.
Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Dynamic and creative thinker
- Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Ability to work under tight deadlines
- Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities
- Confidence to take initiative and problem solve
- Participation in community or industry organizations
- Interest in social media and technology
- Ability to gather and interpret complex and/or technical information
Knowledge:
- Familiarity with social media management programs
- Knowledge of latest social media trends
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint)
- Familiarity with AP Style and standard rules of grammar
- Experience with social media advertising and targeting
Hiring range:
$40-$50k DOQ
FULL TIME | HYBRID, SAN DIEGO
Chemistry PR, named one of the Best PR Agencies in America by Forbes, is in search of a savvy Public Relations + Social Media Coordinator to join our award-winning boutique agency. The ideal candidate will work as part of collaborative team on public relations, influencer relations, and social media campaigns for our clients in the hospitality, lifestyle, and real estate spaces. Knowledge, prior experience and/or a passion for these industries is essential. The position is based in San Diego and is hybrid remote (two days a week in office and available for in-person meetings and special events).
Media + Influencer Relations
- Working knowledge of and interest in media across all channels and in Chemistry PR’s core practice areas
- Regularly consume newspapers, magazines, network and cable/streaming news shows, blogs, and digital outlets
- Draft press releases, pitch letters, calendar listings, media advisories, newsletter articles, blog posts, social media posts, client correspondence, and other written materials
- Pitch media under supervision of account team lead
- Secure and coordinate media and influencers for visits at hotel, restaurant and retail clients including sourcing, pitching, organizing, and creating and managing influencer contracts and partnerships
- Planning, coordinating, and staffing special events including business luncheons, grand openings, golf tournaments, gala events, networking receptions, and more
- Provides administrative support as needed
Social Media
- Knows how to tell stories through social media and is excited to craft social media content or brainstorm campaign ideas for agency and clients
- Work with account leads to manage client and agency social media accounts, including Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and LinkedIn
- Share and create visually engaging content and captions
- Create and manage content calendars, source, and select visuals, respond to DMs, and other community management tasks
- Create Instagram stories, IG reels and TikTok videos
- Coordinate and staff content photo sessions
- Establish and manage paid campaigns
- Regularly on the lookout for and capturing eye-catching content during client site visits and team outings
- Create imagery and content on behalf of agency and clients using graphic design programs as needed
- Generate monthly reports outlining successes and recommendations for campaigns, strategies, new tools, and tactics
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field (PR, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Communications)
- Minimum of one year of PR, social media or digital marketing agency or related experience
- Compelling business and creative writing skills
- Bonus: is a blogger and/or has experience working with bloggers, influencers, and content creators
- Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload and manage deadlines
- Exceptional work ethic, with a focused passion for social media, PR, and marketing
- Knowledge of measurement and reporting tools including Sprout Social as well as apps and tools, such as Canva and Adobe, to create visually appealing and brand specific content
Benefits
- Compensation commensurate with experience. Company benefits include remote or hybrid remote work schedule, early Fridays, paid medical plus health/wellness stipend, paid parking, generous PTO and paid major holidays, professional development seminars/education, 401K and company match and profit-sharing programs, pop-up perks and a fun, creative environment with exceptional clients.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Chemistry PR strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
If this role sounds like a fit for you, please submit resume and salary requirements (required) to
hello@chemistrypr.com. No phone calls please.
FULL TIME | CHULA VISTA
FULL TIME | SAN DIEGO
Alternative Strategies is a premier boutique, full-service communications agency located in San Diego. Our services include Public Relations, Marketing, Graphic/Web Design, Social Media, and Special Event Management. We are a team of diverse and fun individuals who thrive off our creative and productive work environment.
Our firm focuses on hospitality and lifestyle industries. Helping companies “take charge” of their PR initiatives, our firm focuses on the timeless fundamentals that create great PR results: great writing, creative thinking, tenacious media relations, and diligent follow-through.
We remain focused on what matters most: our people, our clients and our results.
As PR professionals we immerse ourselves in all things media (and love doing it) so that we can deliver smart and insightful counsel to clients, along with execution, that generates results. We’ve built and nurtured a team-oriented, supportive environment because we know that when we tap into our collective brainpower, we produce inspired solutions for our clients and because it makes for a happy place to work. While we’re serious about what we do, we try not to take ourselves too seriously.
Job Description
Our PR Account Manager will support and manage accounts. The ideal candidate will manage multiple projects and be a team leader, responding quickly to changing business conditions and client requests. An Account Manager clearly understands the team and client objectives and takes a proactive approach to meeting client expectations/needs. S/he will be an effective writer and draft diverse and persuasive materials accurately and in a timely fashion with little input or editing required. Candidates should have solid PR experience, including excellent writing skills, a great news sense, and most importantly, a passionate, pro-active attitude toward supporting success for our clients.
This is a fast-paced position that requires a strong ability to be creative when writing media pitches and to interact well with our team, clients and the media. Our entire team plays an active role in contributing to the growth, development and success of our firm and our clients. You will be expected to assist with developing and implementing public relations strategies for our clients and providing excellent client service.
Responsibilities and Skills:
Client Service
- Lead multiple accounts, serving as PR account manager
- Research, understand and anticipate client needs; provide value-added service and build relationships
- Serve as day-to-day clients PR contact. This includes building relationships with clients
- Demonstrate strong understanding and awareness of client issues to provide strategic planning and counsel to clients
Media Relations
- Lead proactive and reactive media outreach and strategy on behalf of multiple clients
- Research, understand and anticipate media landscape; provide value-added service and build relationships with writers, editors, producers, bloggers
- Leverage prior media relationships on behalf of clients and the broader team
- Seamlessly coordinate requests from media and bloggers, providing strategic counsel and always demonstrating value to client
- Propose story ideas (scope, timing), schedule media interviews, educate and shape opinions on key campaign themes
- Moderate media interviews and provide client useful briefing materials prior to as well as constructive performance feedback after the interview
Writing
- Proven ability to draft diverse and persuasive materials accurately and in a timely fashion with little input or editing required
- Demonstrated technical writing skills
Business Activities
- Participate in cross-team projects
- Participate in internal agency initiatives as needed
Qualifications
- Currently live in San Diego- please do not apply if you are not yet living in San Diego
- BA/BS degree in journalism, communications, public relations or related field preferred
- A minimum of 2-years’ PR or journalism experience is required (previous agency experience is a plus)
- Demonstrated understanding of news media
- At least 2 years managing a client relationship
- Experience facilitating media interviews and pitching stories
- Strong ability to produce quality work under tight deadlines
- Experience writing and developing press materials
- Ability to successfully multi-task
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Collaborative, positive attitude and ability to self-motivate
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
- Highly collaborative team player, positive attitude and ability to self-motivate
Interested?
FULL TIME | SAN DIEGO
FULL TIME | SAN DIEGO
Walcher Communications (JWC) seeks an account executive or assistant account executive with at least two to five years of agency experience.
Here is what we’re looking for:
- Strong, strategic and creative writer who can tackle a variety of subjects
- Track record in effective and successful media relations and placements
- Expertise and experience with a variety of social media tools; development and implementation of social media campaigns on behalf of clients
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effectively communicating with clients, the media and constituents
- Experience in a variety of industries, such as consumer products, real estate development, professional services, nonprofits and retail, among others
- Enthusiastic about the news … knowledgeable about what’s going on in the world and locally
- Can design and implement special events and develop promotions that wow clients
- Take what you do seriously, with a good dose of humor
JWC offers competitive salary, 401(k) , profit sharing and health coverage, along with a great in-office (hybrid negotiable) work environment.
Please send resume, cover letter and desired salary to pr@jwalcher.com.
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