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Communications Assistant
Sacramento, United States
The California State Association of Counties (CSAC) is proud to be the trusted voice and convener for California’s 58 counties. We are a member-driven association dedicated to strengthening county leadership, building collaboration, and amplifying the vital role of counties in serving communities. Through advocacy, education, partnerships, and public affairs, we showcase and support the innovative work of county government.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced communications assistant who is self-driven, consistent, takes initiative, and wants to be part of a stellar team.
Join a mission-driven team at the heart of California’s civic landscape! CSAC is seeking a Communications Assistant to support how we connect with our members, the Capitol community, and the public. You’ll help tell the story of California’s 58 counties, elevate county priorities within the Capitol, and showcase the value of county government across the state. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, tech- and social media–savvy, and eager to contribute in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Incredible work culture, camaraderie, and robust benefits offered to each employee!
Compensation and Benefits
Schedule
8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Friday
Occasional travel within California and occasional evening or weekend work for events.
This is a full-time position based at our Sacramento office and requires occasional travel within California and occasional evening or weekend work for events.
General Responsibilities
Qualifications
Education & Experience
We look forward to getting to know you!
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced communications assistant who is self-driven, consistent, takes initiative, and wants to be part of a stellar team.
Join a mission-driven team at the heart of California’s civic landscape! CSAC is seeking a Communications Assistant to support how we connect with our members, the Capitol community, and the public. You’ll help tell the story of California’s 58 counties, elevate county priorities within the Capitol, and showcase the value of county government across the state. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, tech- and social media–savvy, and eager to contribute in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Incredible work culture, camaraderie, and robust benefits offered to each employee!
Compensation and Benefits
- $45,000 -$70,000 annually based on experience. This is a non-exempt position.
- Health Coverage – Kaiser or Blue Cross PPO or HMO; employer pays 100% premium for employee and dependents for Kaiser. The equivalent premium can be used towards PPO or HMO.
- Dental – Met Life; employer pays 100% of premium for employee and dependents.
- Vision – Met Life; employer pays 100% of premium for employee and dependents.
- Life/AD&D – Employer covers employees for 1 ½ times annual salary. Additional life coverage for the employee and dependents available at an additional cost to the employee.
- Long Term Disability – Employer pays 100% of premium for the employer.
- EAP & Med-Ex Travel Assist – Employer pays 100% of premium for the employee.
- Retirement – CSAC participates in the San Bernardino Retirement System (SBCERA). 457(b) available through Nationwide Retirement. Employees may contribute to this pre-tax through a payroll deduction.
- Vacation & Sick Leave – Employees accrue vacation upon employment equal to two weeks a year increasing up to five weeks after 15 years of employment. Exempt employees not eligible for overtime pay also receive up to 5 administrative leave days a year. Full-time employees earn one paid sick leave day per month (12 days per year).
- Other Benefits – Flexible Spending Accounts, Optional Insurance Discounts, Employee Parking/Transportation Allowance, and Continuing Education. CSAC does not pay into Social Security because a pension is offered (6.2% salary savings).
- CSAC does not pay into State Disability Insurance because of in-house short-term disability (1% salary savings).
Schedule
8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Friday
Occasional travel within California and occasional evening or weekend work for events.
This is a full-time position based at our Sacramento office and requires occasional travel within California and occasional evening or weekend work for events.
General Responsibilities
- Draft engaging content for newsletters, web articles, and social media about policy updates, resources, and opportunities.
- Help develop narrative-driven materials such as member spotlights, event recaps, and success stories.
- Assist with creating talking points, fact sheets, and message frameworks for key audiences.
- Compile content for reports, presentations, and publications demonstrating CSAC’s advocacy impact.
- Build and maintain event microsites, registration pages, and contact databases.
- Monitor, track, and distribute news clips related to CSAC and counties.
- Analyze engagement metrics across media channels and create internal reports/dashboards.
- Maintain and update the CSAC website, calendars, and shared resources.
- Provide administrative and logistical support for webinars, conferences, and member events.
- Collaborate on cross-departmental initiatives that advance CSAC’s mission.
Qualifications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent editing and proofreading abilities.
- Proficiency with digital/social media platforms, email marketing tools, content management systems (CMS), and association management software (AMS).
- Skilled with Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to multitask and meet deadlines independently.
- Demonstrated professionalism, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
- Understanding of local government functions and public sector communications is a plus.
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education is a plus.
- Three or more years of progressively responsible clerical and office experience preferred.
- Experience in a professional association, legislative office, or legal office is helpful.
We look forward to getting to know you!
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