PLEASE NOTE
A resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript are required for this position. To apply, combine your cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript into one PDF or WORD document, referencing job #11497, and upload when requested through the online application process (we do not accept .wps or zip files).
Please include the following:
• Major
• Availability for summer employment
• Describe how this position complements your education and career goals
Incomplete materials/information will not be considered.
APPLICATION MATERIALS
In addition to a resume and cover letter, samples of your writing, photography and/or video capabilities are required. To do so, upload samples of one or more of the following:
1. Link in your cover letter to online content you've created
2. Link to a video you created or produced and posted on an online sharing site
3. Link to a published news or feature article (or an attached PDF)
4. Link to (or attach low-resolution .jpg) of up to three still photos
Incomplete materials/information will not be considered.
CONTRACT RATE
Earn while you learn! Chelan PUD pays $13.92 - $15.73 per hour (based on education, skills and abilities).
JOB DURATION
Chelan PUD has great opportunities for students pursuing communications careers.
Students in these positions work full-time during the summer (Monday - Friday; typically, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm) and may also work, if available, during winter and spring academic years (for one or two years, depending on need, budget and performance).
JOB POSTING
JOB PURPOSE:
Gain significant real-world experience with a wide range of hands-on communication roles in a dynamic organization that is focused on positive customer interaction and engagement. Candidates will improve and enhance their research, story writing and communication skills. Requires demonstrated experience writing articles, taking pictures and capturing moving images on film, video or other media that will be used in creating imagery and content for internal and external PUD Web sites, publications, online streaming and broadcasting using a variety of traditional and digital platforms. Provide support for general Communications tasks including responding to phone inquiries, writing news releases, proofreading and helping with special events.
Student work schedules are limited to a maximum of 20 hours per week during the academic year, except during academic school breaks. Students may work up to 40 hours per week during spring, winter, and summer academic school breaks. Student employment may not exceed two years from the date of hire.
JOB FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the job satisfactorily. Essential functions (EF) are those activities that, if not performed, would significantly and fundamentally alter the position. Secondary functions (SF) are activities not fundamental to the job and may need to be relaxed to accommodate an otherwise qualified applicant with a disability. In the aggregate, secondary functions typically account for less than 15% of the job scope.
# EF/SF % of Time Job Functions
1. EF 10 % Edit and archive digital still, video and audio files.
2. EF 10% Receive and respond to telephone and online requests for information as directed by Communication departmental staff.
3. EF 10% Take digital photographs and video as directed by Communications division members.
4. EF 50% Research and write content for publications and news releases as directed by Communications staff including taking digital still photos and/or video for illustration.
5. EF 10% Post to District social media sites using established protocols and under the direction of the Communication staff.
6. EF 10% Provide support for special events as directed by Communications staff.
7. EF Ongoing Must immediately inform supervisor if student enrollment status changes and the employee no longer meets student eligibility guidelines.
8. EF Ongoing Drive a motor vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District. Note: Students under 18 may not drive more than 20% of any work week.
9. EF Ongoing Maintain regular and predictable attendance. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Complete all required training. Comply with District policies. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
QUALIFICATIONS: The qualifications listed below are representative of those required, but reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Education:
Requires a high school diploma or general education degree (GED), or current participation in a Running Start Program and in senior year of high school curriculum (including home-based education). Must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire. Must have completed one year of college courses relating to communications, journalism, marketing, advertising or public relations. Must be currently enrolled in a bona fide education program (in an accredited college or university) with valid documentation presented at hire and subsequent quarter/semester enrollments. Must be earning a minimum of 10 credits for each applicable quarter/semester and must maintain a minimum overall grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Declaration of a major in communications, journalism and/or public relations and demonstrated proficiency in writing and copyediting is preferred.
Experience:
Typically requires two (2) years of community volunteer or customer service experience, or the equivalent combination of education, work experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Specific KSA's: A fully skilled incumbent will have the following specific knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Requires excellent communications skills, written and oral, developed through work or educational experience including good grammar and spelling.
Language Skills:
Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English. Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is preferred. Candidates who meet this preference qualification as well as the remaining qualifications, will be included in the initial pool of applicants and provided an opportunity for an interview.
Computers & Equipment: A fully skilled incumbent will have the ability to use the following software, hardware, or equipment:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook; Content Management Systems; Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software; Microsoft PowerPoint Presentation software; social media sites; and Adobe Photoshop and/or other digital image management systems. An individual should also have a strong working knowledge of Internet Explorer Internet software; and Microsoft Word and Word Processing software. The incumbent will be required to be able to operate computers, printers, scanners, digital still and video cameras, faxes, phones and copy machines.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and engage in repetitive motion using the hands or arms. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl or twist torso and pull, push, or exert force. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
A valid driver's license is required for this position (verified upon hire). A valid Washington State driver's license is required within 30 days of employment.
Students under the age of 18 must comply with State of Washington Department of Labor and Industries Employment Standards (Driving by Minors – RCW 49.12 Administrative Policy ES.C.4.3), WAC 296-125-030, and Washington State Department of Licensing intermediate license laws for teen drivers when driving while conducting business on behalf of the District.
DISCLAIMER
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
EEO
Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or other protected classifications as defined by law.
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)