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K&A Engineering Consulting · 5 days ago

Public Outreach Specialist

Augusta, ME

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$100K/yr - $110K/yr

3+ years exp

K&A Engineering Consulting is a privately held company specializing in consulting, engineering, and design services for power utility and industrial clients. They are seeking a highly motivated Public Outreach Specialist to develop and implement communication plans, build relationships with government and regulatory agencies, and guide project teams in effective outreach strategies.

Business Information SystemsEnergy Efficiency

Responsibilities

Develop and implement standard communication plans to be utilized when working with state and local government representatives, and regulatory agencies to ensure project objectives and deliverables are met without disruption or delay

Utilize advanced problem identification and resolution and relationship building skills to direct project enabling quick decision making and strategic, proactive implementation of action plans

Leverage strong relationships with municipalities, state entities, and customers in order to foster consistent communication between the Project teams and affected parties

Anticipate and interpret the Company and customer requirements to set strategic direction related to public outreach plans and standardization of Project organization processes and procedures related to communications strategies and messaging during the planning, design, permitting and construction process

Work with Public Outreach Team members to ensure a consistent, strategic, and proactive approach to project outreach and communications

Provide outreach guidance and best practices implementation to Project Teams across our customer’s utility

Qualification

Public speakingMicrosoft OfficeCommunications strategyProblem resolutionRelationship buildingProject management

Required

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in communications, environmental sciences, journalism, marketing, or related degree

Have at least three (3) years of practical experience in journalism, communications, marketing, environmental permitting, construction communications, or related experience

Strong communications skills, particularly writing and public speaking

A firm grasp of Microsoft Office communications programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)

Hold a valid U.S. state driver's license and in good standing

Willing to travel within the operating company's service area in your state. May require occasional travel to other states