Job Description
Join the City of Mesa's dynamic Public Engagement Division as a Part-Time Community Outreach Specialist. Shape the future of our vibrant desert city while enjoying flexible hours and meaningful impact. This role bridges government services with residents through innovative digital and in-person initiatives.
As Mesa continues its rapid growth, you'll become a vital ambassador connecting diverse communities with municipal resources. Perfect for students, career changers, or professionals seeking work-life balance without compromising purpose.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute hyper-local engagement strategies across Mesa's 6 districts
- Manage social media channels responding to resident inquiries within 2 hours
- Organize quarterly neighborhood town halls with 50+ attendees
- Collect and analyze community feedback using City's data portal
- Collaborate with 12+ city departments on cross-promotional campaigns
- Produce monthly bilingual (English/Spanish) digital newsletters
- Track KPIs using Salesforce CRM with 95% data accuracy
Qualifications
- Associates degree in Public Administration, Communications, or related field
- 2+ years experience in community outreach or government relations
- Proficiency in Canva, Mailchimp, and Google Analytics
- Valid Arizona driver's license with clean record
- Ability to work evenings/weekends (10-15 hours weekly)
- Bilingual English/Spanish certification preferred
- Fingerprint background check clearance
- Experience with CRM systems (Salesforce preferred)