The City of Austin’s Small & Minority Business Resources Department (SMBR) was created by City Council in 1987 to administer the Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE), and the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) programs within our community.
This position will be a part of the Strategic Services Unit and will be responsible for a variety of departmental and external communications regarding programs, services and key initiatives. This position will provide support to the Sr. Public Information Specialist and will facilitate monthly workshops, participate in networking and informational events. In addition, this role will serve as lead in maintaining information and communication on department’s website and other social media platforms.
When completing the City of Austin employment application:
A detailed, complete City of Austin application is required for the position to help us better evaluate your qualifications. For each of your positions, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience that is relevant to this position, including your supervisory and/or leadership experience, if applicable. This is the criteria that will be used to select candidates for interview, and the starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience.
Travel:
If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
If you are selected as a top candidate:
Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate, and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution and proof of your professional licenses or certifications.
Benefits:
Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities, and more. Please click HERE for more information.