Public Outreach Project Coordinator

Kleinfelder•Riverside, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Kleinfelder Construction Services is seeking a full-time Public Outreach Project Coordinator to join their Public Relations (PR) Team. This role involves performing various tasks for public outreach and stakeholder engagement across multiple contracts and communications programs. The Project Coordinator will support the PR team in daily operations and firm-wide initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, or journalism, along with strong writing, research, and organizational skills. They should be adaptable to diverse client needs and committed to delivering high-quality work on time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, or journalism.
Excellent writing, research, and organizational skills.
Ability to adapt easily to a wide range of client needs.
Consistently go above and beyond to deliver high-quality work on time.
Comfortable working with the public.
Ability to be a self-starter, detail-oriented, and well-organized.
Strong, effective communicator.
Exceptional writer and strong verbal communications skills.
Comfortable interacting with people at all levels of the organization.
Adjusts style of conversation based on the audience.
Uses words and messages appropriate given the background and interests of the people he/she is talking to.
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or equivalent in related field required.
5+ years related progressively complex experience, preferably with public relations experience in consulting engineering firm, public agency or related service business.
Demonstrated experience working in social media; Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, NextDoor, Google+, blogs and other social networking sites preferred.
Demonstrated ability to contribute to high-level communications and campaign strategies.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High-level proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Must be highly organized and have strong desire to work in a team-driven atmosphere.
Strong research and data analysis skills preferred.
Must be able to clearly articulate ideas and concepts verbally, graphically, and in writing.
Satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check after an offer.

Nice To Haves

Experience in consulting engineering firm, public agency or related service business.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with public outreach specialists and graphic designers on strategy, development, and implementation of communications programs and outreach plans for various clients.
Draft written content for traditional and digital collateral materials, including social media content.
Coordinate with technical teams to gather project information for public dissemination.
Engage stakeholder audiences in person or online, ensuring adherence to client messaging.
Establish and coordinate vendor services such as translations, canvassing, printing, and event logistics.
Collaborate with the team on technology tools like Smartsheet, Google Analytics, Constant Contact, CivicPlus, ArcGIS, Adobe Suite, Canva, Survey Monkey, and Content Management Systems.
Manage social media and digital advertising platforms for clients.
Document outreach metrics and prepare monthly reports for KCS and clients.
Assist with research and ascertainment pertaining to planning.
Respond to media requests for information or direct them to the appropriate source.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with community, employee, and public interest groups.
Manage and maintain databases and project helplines.
Create and distribute press releases and information alerts.
Assist in planning and implementation of milestone events.
Develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
Represent the company or clients at public meetings when necessary.
Maintain good inter-departmental communication and positive relationships with employees.
Assist with preparing and producing PR proposals in response to RFPs or SOQs.
Collaborate with Marketing in the production and delivery of PR proposals.
Perform office administration tasks.
Perform other duties as needed.
Show enthusiasm toward being a member of the group.
Actively participate in team meetings and activities.
Have a can-do attitude and willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
Support the team in all activities, both internal and external.
Communicate project goals, timelines, and milestones.
Communicate issues with management and direct junior staff as needed.
Identify project interdependencies and potential resource constraints.
Follow up with others to ensure they are on track to meet project goals.
Coordinate and track multiple tasks for concurrent projects, keeping deadlines and project goals on schedule.
Be flexible and available to attend meetings or events during working and evening hours, including weekends.