Senior Public Engagement & Communications Specialist

Austin, TX, United States

Senior Public Engagement & Communications Specialist page is loaded Senior Public Engagement & Communications Specialist Apply locations Austin, TX San Antonio, TX (McAllister Freeway) time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R-19956 What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

This opportunity entails being responsible for participating in the coordination and implementation of public engagement and involvement programs for infrastructure projects. This position plays a role in the development of communication strategies including materials, and digital and print content. Researches, gathers data, and creates project messaging resources to educate the community. This position will also participate in the development of digital strategies and key performance indicators for the purpose of tracking accomplishments and milestones. What You'll Do:

Develops and helps implement effective dissemination of outreach materials, facts and information on project messaging and supports client activities to stakeholders according to the public outreach plan including external agencies, associations, and news organizations using print, periodicals, radio, social and/or visual communication media.

Reviews and refines records and reports related to public involvement meetings, forums and public hearings as well as tracks social engagement and other digital strategies as needed.

Drafts speeches, creates and designs presentation materials, prepares remarks, briefing documents and/or composes correspondence for use in mailings, meetings, workshops and other public events.

Responsible for initial fact checking for reports, articles, and other publications.

Develops and implements digital strategies for use on web-based communications, including but not limited to websites and social channels.

Helps develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and reviews draft reports to indicate a campaign's milestones.

Supports coordination efforts for public meetings and engagements to best support outreach and initiative goals.

Interacts with clients to coordinate implementation of communication programs and goals.

Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism or related field and 6 years of relevant experience, or

In lieu of education, 10 years of relevant experience

What You'll Bring:

Experience with developing materials (e.g., flyers, fact sheets) and documents (e.g., summary reports, strategic plans).

Proficiency with Adobe products (e.g., Photoshop, InDesign, InCopy), and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Excellent eye for formatting, consistency, and editing.

Ability to relay detailed instructions to less experienced staff while also demonstrating a willingness to take-on tedious tasks (e.g., cold calling, printing labels, stuffing envelopes, etc.)

Ability to create and maintains stakeholder databases, giving unparalleled attention to detail.

Resourcefulness for problem-solving and conducting research to track down needed information.

Capability for implementing a plan, coordinating events, conducting public outreach, etc.

An ease for interacting with clients, the public, elected officials, internal partners, and others.

Reliability for reviewing deliverables and ensuring quality work.

Ensuring materials follow client style guide requirements and making judgment calls on style choices.

Knowledge about social media (e.g., content development and strategy).

Additional Information

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.#MD #MarketingSalesCommunications .

Locations:

Austin, TX, San Antonio, TX (McAllister Freeway) .

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About Us At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don’t have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB’s spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities. Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value.  When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee-owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities. HNTB does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.  Work Authorization In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry level positions.

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