Public Works Public Information Day Laborer

PUBLIC WORKS PUBLIC INFORMATION DAY LABORER

$25.00/hour

The City of Everett’s Public Works Department is currently accepting applications for a Seasonal Day Laborer. This employment is temporary (up to six months in duration). It is mandatory that the employee in this position contribute to the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System. This contribution is refundable upon the employees request at the completion of employment. These positions are not provided with City of Everett benefits.

NATURE OF WORK

The work will consist of providing assistance and support to the Public Works Public Information and Education work group. Duties would include, but are not limited to: writing, editing and publishing content for the City's websites; planning and creating construction and project related communications; organization of digital media assets and files; support with media relations; communications-related research; creation of graphical communications and general communications office support.

HOURS:  40 hours per week

SKILL AND ABILITY TO:

• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, capitalization, punctuation, formats needed to draft, edit, and review content for City websites, news releases and public notifications.
• Create content for special projects, public awareness and involvement programs.
• Perform confidential administrative work of a varied nature including receiving and screening telephone calls; establishing and maintaining files, records, and other information sources needed to facilitate, supporting and documenting office or department activities.
• Have pleasant and professional interaction with supervisor, team members, and the public. 
• Understand and follow verbal and written directions and to apply available guidelines to recurring operational requirements. 
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. 
• Proficiently use Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Be consistently available and self-motivated. 
• Establish and meet deadlines.
• Support diversity and multi-cultural understanding in the workplace. 
• Maintain a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated experience in writing, editing, and proofreading of a wide range of media. 
• A college degree in communications, writing, environmental science or related field is highly desirable.  
• Experience in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva and the development of websites is highly desirable.
• Successfully complete a background check.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Possession of a valid Washington State driver’s license

Position Opens: June 15, 2026

Open Until Filled

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The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of work, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.  Regular and reliable attendance is an essential responsibility of each employee and the ability to work regularly is a requirement for continued employment.