Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and implement strategic community engagement activities
• Prepare community engagement plans and activities for public and private sector clients which include strategy, initiatives and action plans resulting in desired outcomes
• Manage, plan, and facilitate all activities related to community and public meetings
• Coordinate, plan and execute firm and client related special events
• Attend public meetings associated with community engagement activities and other assignments as required
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and annual communication work plans and reports including specific plans for upcoming activities
• Preparation of presentations, as well as presenting before clients, consultants, elected officials, community members, etc.
• Write content for newsletters, press releases, websites, collateral and other printed material as required
• Compile and maintain a data base associated with community engagement projects including key stakeholders, elected and appointed officials, homeowner organizations, non-profit groups, business groups, trade associations, citizens, related/associated governments, seniors, youth, and other groups as necessary
• Research relevant topics associated with communications and community engagement as required

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, public relations and/or closely related disciplines
• 7 – 10 years related experience in public relations, marketing, journalism and/or writing experience
• Experience in Community Outreach work activities with the ability to recognize and respect diverse communities.
• Advanced reading and writing skills are required. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of media production, communication, social media (Facebook, Twitter, Google+, etc.) and dissemination techniques and methods including alternative ways to inform and communicate via written, oral, and visual media.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and telephone protocol. Computer literate with the ability to learn new software applications. Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to be an effective teammate with peers and serve as an internal communication adviser as needed
• Requires willingness to work a flexible schedule

Preferred

• Experience in Adobe Suite a plus, but not required

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Competitive benefits package, including life, medical, vision and dental insurance.