Public Outreach Specialist II

About the Role

The specialist will support communication, outreach, and engagement for complex airport infrastructure projects, working closely with multiple project teams throughout planning, design, pre‑construction, and construction phases. Responsibilities include creating and distributing clear public‑facing materials, managing stakeholder coordination, and maintaining consistent messaging across all channels. • Create and disseminate FAQs, fact sheets, presentations, advisories, and press releases aligned with branding standards. • Coordinate internal and external communications through approved channels, ensuring accurate, timely information sharing. • Attend project meetings to translate technical details into clear, audience‑friendly messaging. • Organize logistics for media events, press tours, and milestone activities. • Provide strategic communication support and counsel. • Track, monitor, and report public inquiries and complaints, escalating sensitive issues as needed. • Maintain and update project web content, ensuring accuracy and timely posting of advisories and schedules. • Oversee visual and digital communications, including photography, video, and social media content creation. • Draft PowerPoint presentations and briefing materials for diverse audiences. • Manage stakeholder engagement initiatives and keep organized outreach records. • Collaborate with contractors to implement communication protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸content creation
• ▸channel management
• ▸web management
• ▸digital media
• ▸stakeholder engagement
• ▸inquiry tracking

What You Bring

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications or a related field and have at least ten years of experience in public or stakeholder communications, preferably on large‑scale infrastructure projects. Strong written, visual, and verbal skills, proficiency with digital tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, CMS, email marketing platforms), and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment are required. Applicants must pass a federal background check and be prepared to submit an updated résumé, certifications or licenses, professional references, and a detailed project list. No per‑diem or relocation packages are offered; employees are hired as W‑2 with long‑term benefits. • Demonstrate superior knowledge of Canva, Adobe Illustrator, and InDesign. • Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook. • Experience using email marketing platforms such as Benchmark for public advisories. • Hold a bachelor's or master's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or related field. • Minimum ten years of public or stakeholder communication experience on large‑scale infrastructure projects. • Possess relevant public relations certifications or licensure (preferred). • Exhibit excellent written, visual, and verbal communication abilities. • Skilled in website CMS, email marketing, social media management, and Adobe Creative Suite. • Able to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment. • Experience engaging diverse communities, government agencies, and media outlets. • Familiar with public project lifecycles, phasing, and communication requirements. • Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail. • Pass a federal background check.

Requirements

• ▸adobe suite
• ▸microsoft office
• ▸email marketing
• ▸communications degree
• ▸10+ years
• ▸communication skills

Benefits

O2EPCM, Inc. is an award‑winning professional services firm that delivers planning, design, engineering, and construction solutions to government agencies, utilities, and private clients. The Public Outreach Specialist II position is based on site in Los Angeles, CA, and offers a salary range of $133,900‑$143,400 with full‑time benefits. The role involves regular interaction with contractors, consultants, and community stakeholders, occasional site visits, and participation in public events to ensure timely and transparent communications. O2EPCM provides 100% paid health, vision, and dental coverage, 401(k), paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Work Environment

Onsite