Public Involvement Specialist

Arkansas Department of Transportation • Little Rock, AR

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

Under direct supervision, this position coordinates public involvement activities for transportation projects and evaluates potential impacts of proposed highway construction projects on the human environment in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and applicable public involvement requirements.

Requirements

• Educational equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to environmental sciences, environmental studies, sociology, political science, public administration, communications, or a field related to the work performed.
• Experience working with the public.
• Demonstrated ability to build a rapport and interact effectively with individuals of various social, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate comfortably and professionally with elected officials, civic leaders, government agencies, stakeholders, and the public.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage diverse project assignments.
• Attention to detail.
• Demonstrated proficient oral and written communications skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of NEPA and related regulations.
• Ability to communicate in sign language is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule, arrange, publicize and participate in public involvement activities and meetings for transportation projects.
• Prepare and present informational materials, displays, maps, exhibits, presentations, and project information related to transportation projects and environmental studies.
• Conduct site investigations to identify community characteristics and assist in evaluating potential community impacts associated with transportation projects, including economic, cultural, social, mobility, access, and quality-of-life considerations.
• Assist in collecting, analyzing, and summarizing demographic, land use, socioeconomic, and community data to support NEPA and project development activities.
• Identify stakeholders, community organizations, public facilities, media outlets, and outreach opportunities.
• Coordinate with Department staff, government agencies, community organizations, consultants, and the public regarding project development activities.
• Maintain project records, databases, mailing lists, public comments, outreach documentation, and related reports.
• Assist in the development of environmental documents and supporting technical documentation related to the NEPA process.
• Monitor environmental compliance through the life of the project.

What This Job Offers

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