Public Affairs Education Assistant

Are you passionate about education? Do you love inspiring young minds and making a splash in the community? Join our team at Helix Water District as a part-time Public Affairs Education Assistant. This unique position aligns with the academic school year, giving you summers and holidays off to recharge. From providing hands-on classroom presentations to leading exciting tours of our R.M. Levy Water Treatment Plant for elementary school children, you will be a driving force behind our educational programs.

The Details:

SCHEDULE: Our ideal candidate will be available to work Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., occasional work on Saturdays, for a total 8-16 hours per week. Schedule varies depending on tour schedule and administrative needs of the district.

SALARY: $21.00 – $30.00/hour. Where our successful candidate starts in the pay range depends on their qualifications. Part time positions are limited to 950 hours per fiscal year. (July 1 – June 30)

WORK LOCATION: This position is based out of our Administration Office in La Mesa.

BENEFITS: Part-time employees receive 40 hours of paid sick leave once they reach their 90th day of employment. (Part-time employees do not receive medical, dental, vision or retirement benefits)

QUALIFIED candidates will have the following:

• A minimum of two years of experience teaching, training, leading tours or giving presentations. Experience working with elementary school students and science education is preferred.
• A valid Class C California driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the district’s vehicle insurance policy.

To be considered for the part time Public Affairs Education Assistant, please complete the online application and supplemental questionnaire and view a complete list of job responsibilities by visiting our career section at www.hwd.com/Careers.  Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the online application.