Communications Aide; Administrative Aide

Overview

Works within the office of Fairfax County Dranesville District Supervisor James. N. Bierman, Jr. Staff Aide is expected to be a self-starter accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment. This position is responsible for a portfolio that includes communications and constituent services.

• Produce weekly events newsletter in coordination with District office staff.
• Manage and grow social media channels, including publishing prepared content on some weekends and evenings.
• Provide constituent services on various issues and serve as the liaison to county departments and state/federal agencies.
• Attend virtual and in-person stakeholder meetings and participate in community engagement events.
• Monitor projects and collaborate with County agencies on District initiatives.
• Assist with drafting of press releases, talking points, and board matters.

Successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong written, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to use discretion and be able to work independently.
• Basic skills utilizing Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent workplace software.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in communications, public relations, political science, constituent services, event production, or similar line of work.

• Valid driver’s license.

The appointee will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer. Ability to work outside of normal business hours, as required.

• Experience working in political settings.
• Experience utilizing graphics software such as Adobe Photoshop and Canva and newsletter software such as Constant Contact, Gov Delivery, Mailchimp.

This position will require use of a personal vehicle to attend events outside of the office. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

Panel interview.

The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 39% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY . DHREmployment EEO/AA/TTY.