Public Outreach Project Coordinator

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Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

Kleinfelder Construction Services is seeking a full-time Public Outreach Project Coordinator to join our Public Relations (PR) Team!  

The Public Outreach Project Coordinator is a full-time position that performs a variety of tasks for public outreach and stakeholder engagement for multiple contracts and communications programs. The Project Coordinator will work with the PR team to ensure smooth running of the division in daily tasks and as it relates to the entire firm. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, or journalism. The successful candidate will bring excellent writing, research, and organizational skills, adapt easily to a wide range of client needs, and consistently go above and beyond to deliver high-quality work on time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with our team of public outreach specialists and graphic designers on he high-level stragey, development, and implementation of communications programs and outreach plans for various clients. 
• Draft written content for various traditional and digital collateral materials (e-blast, fact sheets, postcards, construction alerts), including social media content
• Coordinate with technical teams, as needed, to gather project information for public dissemination
• Engage stakeholder audiences in person or online, maintaining the client’s messaging
• Establish and coordinate as-needed vendor services such as translations, canvassing, printing, event logistics and supplies
• Collaborate with team on technology tools such as Smartsheet, Google Analytics, Constant Contact, CivicPlus, ArcGIS, Adobe Suite, Canva, Survey Monkey, Content Management Systems, etc. to communicate or manage project information
• Manage social media and digital advertising platforms for clients
• Document all outreach metrics and prepare monthly reports for KCS and clients
• Assist with research and ascertainment pertaining to planning
• Respond to requests for information from the media or designate another appropriate information source
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with representatives of community, employee, and public interest groups
• Manage/maintain databases and project helplines
• Create and distribute press releases and information alerts
• Assist in planning and implementation of milestone events
• Develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize and accomplish work
• Represent the company or clients at public meetings when necessary
• Maintain good inter-departmental communication and a positive relationship with employees to promote employee satisfaction
• Assist with preparing developing and/or producing PR proposals in response to client Request for Proposals (RFP) or Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
• Collaborate with Marketing in the production and delivery of PR proposals
• Perform office administration tasks
• Perform other duties as needed

BUILDING AND SUPPORTING TEAMS

• Shows enthusiasm toward being a member of the group.
• Actively participates in team meetings and activities.
• Has a can-do attitude and will do whatever it takes to get the job done
• Supports the team in all activities both internal and external.
• Ability to flourish in an environment of constant change
• Highly developed teamwork skills 

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Must be comfortable working with the public 
• Coordination Activities
• Communicates project goals, timelines, and milestones.
• Ability to be a self-starter, detail oriented and well organized
• Communicates issues with management and direct junior staff as needed
• Identifies project interdependencies and potential resource constraints.
• Follows up with others to ensure they are on track to meet project goals.
• Must be able to coordinate and track multiple tasks for concurrent projects, keeping each deadline and project goal on schedule
• Must be flexible and available to attend meetings or events during working and evening hours, including weekends

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Ability to thrive in team-oriented environment
• Strong, effective communicator
• Exceptional writer and strong verbal communications skills
• Comfortable interacting with people at all levels of the organization.
• Adjusts style of conversation based on the audience.
• Uses words and messages appropriate given the background and interests of the people he/she is talking to. 

EXPERIENCE & ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or equivalent in related field required.

Experience: 5+ years related progressively complex experience, preferably with public relations experience in consulting engineering firm, public agency or related service business.

Other Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrated experience working in social media; Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, NextDoor, Google+, blogs and other social networking sites preferred.  Demonstrated ability to contribue to high-level communications and campaign strategies. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. High-level proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Must be highly organized and have strong desire to work in a team-driven atmosphere. Strong research and data analysis skills preferred. Must be able to clearly articulate ideas and concepts verbally, graphically, and in writing.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder: Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.  

Progress with an Employer that Values You 

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:  

Benefits: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.  The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law.  Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary Range: $63,206 - $105,487.

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.  

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)  

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES   

Please note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.