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Public Works Program Specialist I/II

We are currently accepting applications to fill one Public Works Program Specialist I/II vacancy in Santa Barbara for the Water Agency's Water Conservation division of the Public Works Department.

Under close supervision, coordinates, implements, and monitors water resources or integrated solid waste recycling and diversion programs; provides information and/or technical assistance to educators, government agencies, and the general public; and performs related duties as required.

The ideal candidate will enjoy working both independently and as part of a team and exhibit the following characteristics and skills:

• Experience conducting education and outreach programs, or related research, for diverse audiences, using various types of media and outreach tools. Particularly in sustainable landscaping or resource conservation.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to stay organized while managing multiple projects and deadlines at once
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools, such as Excel, and online editing tools such as Canva.
• Familiarity or experience with social media account management, such as Facebook, Twitter, and BlueSky.
• Bilingual in Spanish (both verbal and written) is a plus

This is the entry-level class in the series. Incumbents receive close supervision and training while administering ongoing programs and are expected to obtain sufficient knowledge and proficiency to progress to the journey level within a reasonable length of time. Incumbents may be assigned to either the Solid Waste or Water Resources Divisions of the Public Works Department but may transfer between the two divisions.

The Santa Barbara County Public Works Department consists of six divisions: Transportation, Resource Recovery and Waste Management, Water Resources Division & Flood Control District, Laguna County Sanitation District, the County Surveyors Office, and Administration. The County's Public Works Department employees are committed to efficiently providing, operating and maintaining public works infrastructure, facilities and services to make everyday life as safe and convenient as possible for the public we serve.