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Job Description
Grade 18: Salary starts at $55,037.00 annually. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Communications Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing employee communications for San Antonio Water System (SAWS). The Communications Specialist works under limited or minimal supervision and is familiar with a variety of communication vehicles and strategies including print, video, online and social medias.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Develops clear, engaging and educational content related to employee benefits, wellness, safety, and other human resources programs.
- Writes, edits and manages print and electronic publications.
- Creates enrollment guides, benefit summaries, FAQs, email campaigns, flyers, videos, newsletters and presentations.
- Applies journalistic writing, grammar, editing, proofreading, and interviewing principles, such as found within the Associated Press Stylebook.
- Develops employee communication outreach campaigns.
- Assists in maintaining the department’s website.
- Serves as primary liaison between Human Resources Department and SAWS’ Communications Department.
- Assists in developing or reviewing employee presentations.
- Monitors SAWS branding efforts to maintain quality assurance and consistency of SAWS corporate standards.
- Provides advice/training on communications-related issues to subject matter experts as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS- Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field from a recognized accredited educational institution, plus three years progressively responsible experience in public relations, corporate communications, writing, marketing, or journalism.
- Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.
- Proficient in the use of desktop publishing, photography, word processing, social media, spreadsheet, database, presentation, and/or multimedia graphics software.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical requirements include lifting up to 20 pounds occasionally (photo and presentation equipment). Working conditions are primarily in an office environment with frequent field visits to other locations, facilities, municipal buildings, and event locations. Also operates a company/personal vehicle on a regular basis.
May be required to work hours other than regular schedule, including nights and weekends.
San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:- Competitive, market-based salaries
- Performance-based incentives
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Prescription drug program
- Vision care plan
- Two retirement plans
- Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
- Disability income
- Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
- Wellness programs
- On-Site Fitness Facilities
- Community service opportunities
Closing Date/Time: 9/21/2025 11:59 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Antonio Water System
Show moreThe San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is a public utility owned by the City of San Antonio. SAWS serves 2 million people in Bexar County as well as parts of Medina and Atascosa counties. The population includes more than 511,300 water customers and 457,600 wastewater customers. SAWS actively seeks out public participation in its operations and planning, while SAWS volunteers strive to help their neighbors in need.
As an industry leader in conservation and water and wastewater management, SAWS provides sustainable, affordable water services. To deliver responsible water services, our investment in our employees – one of our greatest assets – ranks as a top priority.
San Antonio Water System's Board of Trustees has adopted mission, vision and values statements that serve as a foundation to move the utility forward through 2050 and reinforce San Antonio's much-deserved reputation as Waterful.
Our Mission: Sustainable, Affordable Water Services / Our Vision: To be leaders in delivering responsible water services for life. / Our Values: Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Safety.
SAWS is a values-based organization that believes in diversity in all aspects of our business. At SAWS, we attract and retain the finest individuals whose diverse talents drive innovation. We recognize that differences in race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, physical ability or any characteristic protected by law, enrich and empower our work environment. We respectfully infuse diversity in our daily work lives with the knowledge that people from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences make connections that make SAWS a success.
SAWS is committed to providing our employees with a healthy, safe, and rewarding work environment where all employees have an equal opportunity for professional and personal growth. SAWS employees go beyond what is expected – developing remarkable, award-winning programs in conservation, water resources, watershed protection and wastewater treatment.
Why Choose a Career at SAWS?
For Your Work-Life Balance: SAWS is proud to invest in its employees by offering a variety of paid time off to help meet the work-life balance goals of you and your family.
For Your Professional Growth: Professional growth is key to both our employees’ success as well as SAWS’. That’s why SAWS offers a number of professional development opportunities that achieve both personal and company goals.
For Your Future: Achieving your personal financial goals is an important part of your life. SAWS makes it easy for employees to save for retirement by providing several retirement plan options.
For Your Health: SAWS offers a range of health, dental and vision benefits, and Wellness Programs to help meet each employee’s needs.
For your Protection: SAWS offers life insurance and disability coverage to meet the need for protection against life’s unexpected events.
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