Community Outreach Liaison (Field Based)

Description

• Coordinate with the project team and government affairs staff for 1:1 and small group stakeholder meetings, and project study area tours.
• Provide real-time updates to the client team as issues arise.
• Document and report all interactions with stakeholders and landowners and submit weekly reports.
• Attend various community meetings and events to talk with key stakeholders and community members and gain insight into perceptions and concerns associated with the project.
• At the direction/request of the client team, conduct ongoing and consistent outreach with identified staff at localities, counties, emergency response agencies, and other identified stakeholders regarding project plans.
• Serve as project representative available during select office hours to be made available to the public to ask questions and learn more about the project.

Requirements

• Must be available to work 10-20 hours per week on average, as needed.
• Previous experience as a local public official or community leader is preferable.
• Strong, related experience and demonstrated knowledge of public affairs, community relations, local government relations, and outreach.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, synthesize ideas, and plan strategically.
• Effective and collaborative team player.
• Experience and high comfort level with conflict/dispute resolution techniques.
• Must be able to travel and have a valid driver’s license and cell phone.
• Educational and/or Field experience in a civic and business environment in the local community is preferred.
• High school diploma required, bachelor’s degree in communications, public affairs, or similar a plus.
• Familiarity or experience with infrastructure permitting and construction processes is preferable.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule – during normal business hours and also early morning and evening events, as appropriate.
• Excellent writing and public speaking skills.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance