06/18/2026
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT
The City of Hernando is now accepting applicants for the position of Community Development Assistant. This is a part-time position (approximately 20 hours per week) that will report directly to the Director of Community and Economic Development.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Excellent verbal skills to engage in customer service and communication, interacting with residents, visitors, and other community stakeholders.
• Administrative support including, but not limited to, proofreading documents, managing files, data entry and maintaining records.
• Supports various projects by performing administrative tasks and collaborating with different departments.
• Conducts research and compiles relevant information for community certifications and programs.
• Assists Community Development Director in maintaining a social media presence, creating consistent meaningful content on social media, including writing social media posts, improving community engagement, and promoting social media campaigns.
• Exceptional written communication skills to write relevant, clear and concise content for the city’s social media accounts.
• Other duties include providing a supportive role in planning and ex*****on of city events and programs.
• In-person attendance
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Requirements
• An ideal candidate will have experience and a strong dedication to community development.
• Proficiency in technology and software applications, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat and social media platforms with the ability to learn new software applications.
• Candidate should be self-sufficient, possess time management and problem-solving skills, and be capable of working independently or collaboratively.
• Maintain composure in heated situations.
• Good mathematical skills
• Maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.
Education Level and Experience Required
• High school diploma, or equivalent education with strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Two-year college education or related field preferred and/or experience in community-oriented roles are also considered
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driver history and insurable.
Applications and resume can be hand delivered to Human Resources at 475 West Commerce Street, Hernando, MS 38632, or emailed to: [email protected].
This position will remain posted until filled.
The City of Hernando is an equal opportunity employer.
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