Outreach Assistant

The San Gabriel Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District (SGVMVCD) is seeking enthusiastic and community-minded Extra Help Outreach Assistants to support our Communications Department during the 2026 season. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to protecting public health through creative education and engaging community outreach.

The SGVMVCD is an independent special district dedicated to providing the highest level of protection from vectors and vector-borne diseases. The District serves as a public health agency to more than 1.5 million residents across 26 cities in the San Gabriel Valley and some unincorporated portions of Los Angeles County. Using integrated vector management strategies including education and outreach, surveillance, biological control, physical control and/or habitat modification, and chemical control, SGVMVCD works proactively to reduce disease risk and safeguard our communities.

This is a full-time, temporary position assigned to assist during peak mosquito season typically April through October. The District expects to hire up to two (2) temporary positions from this recruitment. The District operates on a 4/10 work schedule (Monday through Thursday, 10 hours per day, with Fridays off). Evening and weekend work may be required based on outreach and event needs.

This position is not eligible for District-sponsored benefits; paid sick leave is provided in accordance with state law.

Application Materials: Please submit both a cover letter and resume with your application. Your cover letter should highlight relevant experience in communication, education, or public outreach, and describe your interest in supporting the District's community engagement programs.

Final date to receive applications DATE: Sunday, March 8, 2026

INTERVIEW DATE: Week of March 9 or Week of March 16, 2026 (Exact date TBA)

START DATE: Monday, April 6, 2026

Under direct supervision, assists in planning, coordinating, and implementing community outreach and education programs. Provides support to the Communications Department related to outreach, community events, and public engagements to advance District programs and activities during peak seasons or specialized assignments. Performs related clerical and other duties as assigned in support of outreach programs.

Receives direct supervision from the Director of Communications. This position exercises no supervision over staff.

This position is classified as Non-Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is designated as extra help, at-will employment.

This is an extra help classification responsible for providing entry-level support to the District’s communications and outreach functions. Incumbents perform a variety of routine to moderately complex tasks in support of community outreach, engagement, and educational activities. Work is performed under direct supervision, with responsibilities focused on supporting District operations during periods of increased activity, special projects, or defined program needs.

This classification is distinguished from the permanent Outreach Assistant position in that it is designed to provide temporary support, does not require state certification, is limited in duration, and does not include ongoing outreach program responsibilities.

The duties listed below are intended as illustrative only. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification. The District reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential duties of the job.

• Assists with a variety of outreach tasks to support Communications Department operations.
• Sets up and staffs informational booths, responds to public inquiries, and distributes educational materials.
• Prepares and assembles educational and outreach materials, including handouts, displays, and event supplies.
• Maintains and tracks inventory of associated supplies and promotional items.
• Supports the development of communication materials, including flyers, newsletters, website content, and social media posts.
• Collects and records data related to outreach activities and prepares summary reports as directed.
• Performs clerical and administrative tasks such as filing, scheduling, and recordkeeping.
• Provides general assistance to the Communications Department during periods of increased activity or special projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Principles and practices of public communication, community engagement, and customer service.
• Basic concepts of public health, mosquito biology, and vector control (training will be provided).
• Methods and techniques for preparing educational and informational materials.
• Photography, video…