Public Information Representative, Senior - Department

Public Information Representative, Senior - Housing Department

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About The Department

The City of San José Housing Department is a leader in the development of affordable housing. Its mission is to strengthen and revitalize our community through housing and neighborhood investment. With an operating budget of approximately $119 million annually and 112 employees, the Department administers multiple local, state, and federal funds. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive work environment prioritizing social & racial equity and inclusion.

Position Duties

The Housing Department is currently seeking to fill 1 full-time senior Public Information Representative vacancy in the Communications Division. Salary range for this classification is: $ – $. This salary range includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.

The Housing Department is looking for a Senior Public Information Representative. The Housing Department addresses complex societal issues, including homelessness, affordable housing, and fair housing. Our audiences range from ordinary citizens to elected officials, and from nonprofits to advocacy groups. If you want to do meaningful and fulfilling work, utilizing every bit of creativity you possess, then this is the job for you.

This position will give you the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of real people while you have fun and collaborate with many internal and external stakeholders. Our team needs an individual who is excited to help educate the public about programs, projects and initiatives the City undertakes to address homelessness and make housing more accessible to everyone.

Please note, fluency in Vietnamese, Spanish, or Mandarin is preferred.

Within our Communications Team, you will:

• Play an important role in helping the Housing Department share success stories and tell stories about the Department’s efforts to address homelessness to the public, City Council and a wide range of stakeholders;
• Provide graphic design services for the entire Department, including signage, brochures, mailers, flyers, and presentations;
• Develop content for our Department social media channels, website, and SharePoint site;
• Support public outreach via email;
• Develop and publish social media to inform the public of the Department’s accomplishments;
• Create social media strategy aligned with other City departments and housing partners;
• Manage the Department photo library;
• Manage the Department style guide and ensure all visuals produced by the Department comply with the City brand guidelines;
• Translate data and statistics in coordination with Department data team about homelessness and affordable housing into relatable content that tells compelling stories via infographics and images;
• Support multidisciplinary project teams that include policy experts and…