Public Information Officer

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the General Manager, is responsible for the management of the District’s strategic communications program for the public and District employees. Directs the creation, development, production, and distribution of public information and government affairs materials using all forms of communication, including print, newspaper, radio, video, Internet, and public speaking. Provides public education component of the District’s water conservation program and promotes District projects and activities. Performs a wide variety of communications counseling and administrative duties for the General Manager and the Board of Directors.

Job Physical Requirements Analysis

Job Specific Body Movements	Occasionally 1/3 of time or less	Frequently 1/3 – 2/3 of time	Continuously More than 2/3 of time
Sitting
Standing
Walking
Driving
Hearing
Speaking
Lifting 1-20 lbs
Lifting 20-50 lbs
Lifting 50+ lbs
Working/reaching above shoulder
Working w/arms extended @ shoulder level
Working with body bent over at waist
Working in kneeling position
Crawling
Climbing stairs
Climbing ladder
Major Hand
Pulling
Pushing
Fine Manipulation
Typing/Keyboard
Writing
Simple Grasping
Filing
Power Grip
Tools
Equipment
Hand Twisting
Folding

Height from Floor of Objects to Be Reached or Worked On:

Object	Height
Files	Up to 4 feet
Desk	3 feet

Equipment Used

Variety of presentation equipment including: DVD, television, flip charts, slide projectors, multi-media equipment, overhead projector, computer display projector and audio systems. Also uses computer, scanner, copy machine, telephone, various types of printers, and other office equipment and personal vehicle.

Working Conditions

Main environment is that of an indoor office including indoor and outdoor meeting sites within the community. Occasional travel is required. Some exposure to unpleasant wastewater treatment odors.