What are the responsibilities and job description for the Conservation & Public Relations Officer Job at City of Cocoa, FL in Cocoa position at City of Cocoa, FL?
JOB SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the Utilities Director or Deputy Director, performs responsible administrative work in compiling and disseminating public information related to the City of Cocoa Utility System. The Conservation and Public Relations Officer researches, plans, develops, and coordinates the water conservation program and the Lead and Copper Program for the City. Employee is also responsible for general marketing and distribution of information for water, sewer, and reclaimed water systems and keeping Cocoa residents and customers informed about available programs and current information about the systems.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Monitors water consumption, production, conservation, and reuse programs for compliance with state and local laws relating to water conservation and Cocoa's Conservation Plan. Updates data annually for compliance with City’s Consumptive Use Permit requirements.
- Conducts surveys to determine effective ways to reduce water usage in residential, commercial, and industrial entities. Works closely with customers to resolve water usage issues and assist with onsite conservation.
- Monitors the Lead and Copper Program and sends out and tracks required customer notifications per the Federal and State requirements.
- Develops and coordinates public information / education programs for conservation of water and organizes, presents, and documents educational events at local schools and other community events to promote water conservation per the Consumptive Use Permit / Conservation Plan requirements.
- Works closely with media, civic groups, customers, and regulatory agencies to promote public projects meeting departmental goals and objectives.
- Researches and responds to customer water quality complaints.
- Assists managers in coordinating programs with state and local agencies, and with the public and customers.
- Maintains contact with water users and acts in advisory capacity to the Utilities Director and / or Deputy Director on water conservation and consumer confidence issues.
- Prepares the annual Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report consistent with all local, state, and federal requirements.
- Ensures all Consumptive Use Permit conservation goals are met each year by tracking events and rebates.
- Acts as city spokesperson during certain events as necessary such as during public notifications related to the utility system and maintains city website links and social networking sites and updates them frequently with utility related notices like boil water notices and rescissions.
- Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared or undeclared emergency.
- Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Education and Experience :
Associate’s degree with three (3) years of related experience in municipal water, wastewater, and / or reclaim; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Special Qualifications :
For positions requiring the operation of City vehicles, must possess a valid current Florida driver's license, or be able to acquire one within 45 days of hire. Irrigation / plumbing systems experience and some experience in the Utilities field combined with public relations experience preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is generally light and may require exerting up to 50 pounds of force rarely, and up to 20 pounds frequently to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required :
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the ability to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
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