Communication Specialist 2 (Public Involvement, 2027 New Graduates!)

CDM Smith • East Hartford, CT

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position will work with senior members of our public involvement and planning team, supporting public engagement efforts for projects in Connecticut as well as other CDM Smith offices across the United States. These responsibilities will include assisting in the development of Public Engagement Plans for projects, the implementation of these plans and supporting the required elements of public engagement for our projects. Strong writing and communications skills are needed, including the ability to break down complex information to tell a story. Ability to interact comfortably with disadvantaged communities. Conducting research and providing professional communications. Working with social media as well as electronic methods of survey and data collection. Will communicate regularly with project stakeholders (elected officials, citizens, business community representatives, and environmental justice communities). This position will support public engagement efforts for projects in Connecticut and some weekend and evening hours may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• 1 year of related experience
• Basic knowledge of corporate governance practices, organization design principles, accounting principles, finance, supply chain management, and organization management
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to understand complex technical, professional and business materials

Nice To Haves

• Experience with graphic design and related software is a plus
• Experience with GIS and related software is a plus
• Ability to speak multiple languages, including Spanish, is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the development of Public Engagement Plans for projects
• Implementation of these plans
• Supporting the required elements of public engagement for our projects
• Conducting research and providing professional communications
• Working with social media as well as electronic methods of survey and data collection
• Communicating regularly with project stakeholders (elected officials, citizens, business community representatives, and environmental justice communities)

Benefits

• CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
• All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level