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With a legacy spanning over 35 years, Harris Spice has been a trusted partner and leading supplier of high-quality spices, herbs, and innovative seasoning blends. With international facilities and a global supply chain, we proudly serve multiple channels of trade—including industrial bulk, food service, and retail. Our commitment to excellence, quality, and consistency has earned us the trust of some of the nation’s largest and most recognized brands. As Harris Spice continues to grow, we are dedicated to cultivating a dynamic, inclusive workplace where innovation thrives. We're looking for diverse, talented individuals who are ready to grow with us and help strengthen a brand known for trust, quality, and bold flavor solutions.

To be considered, please share your resume and a portfolio or examples of work that showcase your social, visual, or digital content experience.

Job Summary:

Harris Spice is looking for a professional, creative, and hands-on Digital Content Specialist who loves bringing brands to life through compelling social, digital, and visual storytelling. This is a high-visibility, high-ownership role for someone who’s equal parts strategic thinker and doer—you enjoy planning content just as much as jumping in to shoot, edit, post, analyze, and optimize.

You’ll play a key role in shaping how Harris Spice shows up across social media, newsletters, and our website—supporting both B2B and ecommerce initiatives. If you thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and get energized by food, creativity, and growth, this role was made for you.

Position Overview: The Digital Content Specialist is responsible for developing and executing compelling digital, social, and visual content that strengthens brand presence and supports both B2B and ecommerce growth initiatives. This role blends strategic planning with hands-on content creation, owning the end-to-end content lifecycle—from concept and production to publishing, performance analysis, and optimization. As a key member of the Marketing team, the Digital Content Specialist ensures a cohesive, on-brand presence across social media, email marketing, and web platforms. The role collaborates closely with Sales, Marketing, and external partners to deliver high-quality creative assets that drive engagement, support commercial objectives, and elevate Harris Spice’s digital storytelling in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Job Functions:

· Collaborate with the Marketing team to develop and execute content strategies across social, email, and digital channels

· Plan and manage weekly and monthly content calendars across company brands

· Create engaging Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok content (minimum 2 posts per week)

· Write, design, and send B2B newsletters via Mailchimp and LinkedIn Newsletter

· Manage posting schedules, monitor engagement, and respond to comments and messages

· Track and analyze performance across social platforms, Mailchimp, Shopify, and Google Analytics

· Build and maintain KPI trackers and use insights to recommend optimizations

· Recommend, set up, and manage paid social campaigns on Instagram and LinkedIn

· Update and manage website content using Shopify

· Support ecommerce setup, including product pages, imagery, and written content

· Apply SEO and content optimization best practices

· Capture photo and video content of products, facilities, and brand capabilities

· Edit photography and video for use across social, web, email, and sales materials

· Design sell sheets, brochures, presentations, and website content

· Support creative needs for tradeshows, customer visits, and sales presentations

· Manage multiple projects and timelines using tools like

· Other duties as assigned.

· This job description describes just some of the main duties, activities and responsibilities for the role which may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field
• 3-5 years of hands-on social media and content creation experience
• Strong understanding of organic and paid social media tools
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere)

· Experience with content creation tools such as Canva and CapCut

· Strong photography and video production/editing skills

· Experience managing content calendars, analytics, and project timelines

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners or agencies

· Experience with Shopify, SEO, or ecommerce content

· Paid social advertising experience

• Strong content creation and storytelling skills across digital platforms
• Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills

· Food, CPG, or B2B industry experience

• Attention to detail and accuracy of work product
• Stay organized, proactive, and adaptable as priorities evolve

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to work in both seated and standing positions for extended periods within an office

· Must be able to bend, reach, pull, and stoop as needed to perform job-related tasks.

· Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 35 pounds.

· Sufficient visual acuity to read screens, documents, and files.

· Ability to hear and communicate clearly in person and over the phone.

What Success Looks Like:

• Consistent, high-quality content published on schedule across platforms
• Growing engagement and audience across Instagram and LinkedIn
• Clear performance reporting with actionable insights and optimization recommendations
• A cohesive, on-brand visual and written presence across all digital touchpoints
• Strong collaboration with Sales and Marketing to support business goals

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of the work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract for employment. Harris Spice reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Harris Spice is a certified Minority-owned business. Our business is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Applications received by Monday, February 16, 2026, will be included in the first review.
Join an agency committed to creating a healthy breathing environment for every Bay Area resident while protecting and improving public health, air quality, and the global climate!

The Bay Area Air District (Air District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The Air District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices.

The Air District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma.

The Air District is recruiting for the confidential position of Temporary Executive Assistant I/II in the Executive Office. There is one (1) vacancy. Please note that this is a temporary confidential position expected to be 3-6 months in duration.

About the Division
The Executive Assistant in the Executive Office will be reporting to the Executive Operations Manager. This position will support the office by performing administrative work to facilitate Board and Committee meeting agenda packets, attend in-person meetings, provide administrative support to the Executive Office, while providing day to day support to a Deputy Executive Officer. Duties may include scheduling, travel arrangements, logistical preparation for upcoming meetings (i.e., internal, and external). Incumbent may perform other specialized work as assigned and is expected to use sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.

Definition
Under direction, provides varied, complex and often confidential administrative assistance to the Executive Officer/Air Pollution Control Officer or Deputy Executive Officer; requires use of discretion, initiative and independent judgment; performs related work as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics
Executive Assistant I is the entry level class in this series. It is designed to allow an experienced executive assistant to learn the procedures and processes particular to the Air District's Executive Office and this confidential administrative class. This class is alternately staffed with the Executive Assistant II level and incumbents may progress to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency sufficient to meet the qualifications of the higher level.

Executive Assistant II is the journey level class in this series, fully competent to independently perform the full scope and diversity of responsibilities. Responsibilities include regular contact with governmental officials, the Air District Board of Directors, Hearing Board and Advisory Council, representatives of business or community organizations, the public, and all levels of Air District personnel to exchange information and explain administrative policies and procedures.

Examples of Duties for this Position

(Illustrative only)

Initiates correspondence independently for signature by appropriate management staff; reviews finished materials for completeness, accuracy, format, compliance with policies and procedures, and appropriate English usage.

Organizes meetings by notifying participants, making room arrangements, preparing agendas and required informational materials; may attend such meetings, hearings, etc., and prepare minutes.

Relieves executive staff of certain administrative matters by following up on projects, transmitting information, and keeping informed of pertinent activities.

Makes appointments and maintains a calendar; schedules and arranges for meetings and makes travel arrangements; sorts mail and obtains related backup materials.

Coordinates and assembles information from the Air District's management and executive staff, the public and other stakeholders for Board of Director's meetings; prepares and distributes the materials.

Proofreads and uploads materials to the Air District's website.

Organizes own work; sets priorities and meets critical deadlines; ensures that such deadlines are met by other staff.

Receives and screens visitors and telephone calls, providing information and resolving complaints which regularly require the use of judgment and the interpretation and application of policies and procedures.

Researches, compiles and summarizes a variety of informational or statistical data and materials.

Transcribes minutes and types draft reports and a wide variety of finished documents from notes, brief instructions, or printed materials; inputs or retrieves data and prepares reports using a personal computer system; compiles and processes confidential materials.

Organizes and maintains various administrative, reference, and follow-up files; purges files as requested.

Creates Power Point presentations and related materials for management presentations.

Tracks Board of Directors' expenses and processes related payments.

May train, review and evaluate work of office support staff.

Education & Experience

Executive Assistant I: One year of administrative experience which has included providing office and administrative support to public sector management or corporate management, equivalent to the Air District class of Administrative Assistant.

Executive Assistant II: Three years of administrative experience which has included providing office and administrative support to public sector management or corporate management, equivalent to the Air District class of Administrative Assistant.

Substitution: Completion of the equivalent of 18 semester units from an accredited college or recognized business school in relevant subjects such as technical administrative skills, business English, or office administration may substitute for up to 6 months of the required experience.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience providing high level administrative support and customer service to C-suite executives, elected officials or government leaders.
• Professional judgement, discretion, and the ability to handle sensitive materials and confidential matters with integrity.
• Strong calendar management experience including scheduling complex meetings across multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to prepare agendas, take meeting minutes and follow up on action items.
• Strong experience in business writing, editing and proofreading executive documents for accuracy and clarity with clear and professional communication.
• Experience coordinating logistics for internal and public meetings.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Teams, etc.).
• Understanding of governmental processes and familiarity with the Brown Act.

How to Apply

Interested individuals must submit a completed Air District application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. First review of applications will be Monday, February 16, 2026. Applications received after this date will be reviewed as needed. Resumes encouraged, but not mandatory, and will not be accepted in lieu of the required application materials. Applications are accepted online; please visit our website at to apply. Postmarks, faxes, and e-mailed applications will not be accepted.

Except as requested in this announcement, do not include any additional documents, such as letters of recommendation, performance evaluations, work samples, etc. They will not be considered.

Supplemental Questions Instructions

Individuals who apply for this position must respond to each of the required supplemental questions. Applications must be received by the Human Resources Office no later than the time and date specified in this vacancy announcement. The responses to the supplemental application questions will be used in accordance with the procedures indicated under the Selection Criteria section.

Please limit your responses to no more than one page (500 words) per question. Do not combine your responses or reference your application, resume, or any other requested documentation that you have included with your application packet to answer a question. This information will be evaluated as is and may be used to determine those applicants with the most directly related experience, education, and training to continue in the selection process. It is very important to provide a concise, clear, legible, complete response to each question.

Selection Criteria

Selection may be based upon a competitive examination consisting of a written exercise, interview, or combination of the two. Depending on the number of qualified applicants, an application screening and/or panel interview may be used to determine the most qualified applicants.

The Air District may hire from this recruitment process to fill future vacancies occurring within the next 18 months.

Persons with disabilities who may require reasonable accommodations during the application and/or selection process should notify the Human Resources Office at .

The Air District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Responsible for updates, upgrades and maintenance of the following systems: Rail Operations Control System (ROCS); Predictive Arrival and Departure System (PADS), Positive Train Control (PTC) back-office systems, Traction Power Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System and Rail Scheduling.
• Perform Quality Assurances and system engineering support of all back off systems including PTC office systems, Back Office Server (BOS), Rail Operations Control System (ROCS), Network Management System (NMS); Interoperable Train Control Message Server (ITCMS); Wayside Status Relay Service (WSRS), and the interfaces to all other operational systems.
• Develop, document, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical standards, and best practices for all train control and related systems to ensure consistency, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and implement training programs to upskill staff, mentoring team members at all levels on train control systems, operational procedures, and project management to strengthen technical capacity, foster skill development, and ensure succession planning. 
• Ensure Caltrain systems meet Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) mandated interoperability requirements with all tenant railroads; ensure Caltrain train control systems are compatible with Association of American Railroads (AAR) standards; follow the ITC guidelines that Caltrain must maintain ?N-2? backwards compatible software versions.
• Manage complex and large-scale train control engineering projects as the Technical Lead for Caltrain. 
• Manage the work of outside contractors and assist higher level Caltrain Directors and Executives in planning and evaluating the quantity and quality of work performed by subordinate staff.
• Supervise staff.  Hire, mentor, and take appropriate corrective and/or disciplinary action.  Ensure EEO policies and procedures are followed. Participate in selection of staff.  Coordinate staff training and professional development. Establish performance objectives. Monitor and evaluate employee performance.

• Establish and maintain work relationships with internal and external stakeholders to develop consensus on capital project work plans.
• Establish schedules and methods for providing train control system engineering design services on assigned capital projects; identify resource needs; review needs with appropriate management staff; allocate resources accordingly.
• Review and approve project schedules; assist in strategic planning; prepare status reports; coordinate project resources; communicate with all project participants on relevant issues; identify and resolve train control engineering issues.
• Provide general technical oversight of railroad train control systems.
• Perform system usage and performance analyses. 
• Support Caltrain Configuration Management (CM) Manager on configuration control, prioritize system defects and corrective actions; participate in Configuration Control Board (CCB) meetings as required.
• Direct, review, and approve the preparation of train control engineering designs, drawings, and specifications; identify and resolve technical engineering issues.
• Manage technical elements of the office systems warranty and long-term maintenance support service agreements.
• Review and approve operating manuals and procedures developed by various systems providers or vendors.
• Manage all technology refresh and software upgrades/updates and associated testing without interrupting regular railroad operations.
• Establish and lead a knowledge management framework to systematically capture, update, and share institutional knowledge through structured documentation, training programs, and knowledge transfer initiatives.
• Participate in the preparation and administration of the train control engineering program budget (Operating & Maintenance, and Capital); submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures.
• Review consultant proposals and designs; recommend awards; conduct or participate in the pre-bid conferences prior to system contract awards.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one?s self, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:

• Bachelor?s degree in electrical/electronics, computer science, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of railroad industry experience in Train Control System and SCADA system development and maintenance.
• Two (2) years supervisory experience

• Knowledge and experience with AIMCore Product/Software a plus.
• Possesses a broad interdisciplinary knowledge of supervisory train control, wayside signal, highway crossing warning system, predictive and arrival system, traffic signal control, traction power substations and distribution, SCADA, server systems, virtualized server architectures, databases, cloud server systems, networking, etc.
• Knowledge of operating systems (UNIX, Linux, Microsoft)
• Knowledge of VHF and UHF radio voice and data communications, information assurance, data security and networking technologies.
• Experience with Configuration Management and Quality Assurance Systems.
• Ability to Interpret and revise engineering plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

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