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Hill International, Inc. · 8 hours ago

Public Outreach Specialist

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$80K/yr - $140K/yr

10+ years exp

Hill International is seeking a Public Outreach Specialist II in Los Angeles, California. The role involves developing and coordinating communication materials for large-scale infrastructure projects and ensuring effective stakeholder engagement through various communication channels.

ConstructionHardwareIndustrial

Growth Opportunities

Hiring Manager

Angie Hernández Talent Management Consultant

Responsibilities

Develops, coordinates, and disseminates project-related communication materials, including FAQs, Fact Sheets, presentations, advisories, and press releases, ensuring consistency with approved messaging and branding standards

Supports internal and external communications by coordinating dissemination through approved channels and ensuring accurate, timely information sharing and coordination among LAWA public relations, community relations, government affairs, guest experience, airport operations, external partners, and community stakeholders

Attend project meetings, as needed, to gather activity updates and project information and translate complex technical or construction-related content into clear, accessible messaging for general audiences

Coordinates logistics for media events, press tours, milestone activities, and other public-facing project communications

Provides strategic communication support

Supports issue and inquiry management by tracking, monitoring, and reporting on public questions, complaints, and project-related concerns, escalating sensitive matters as appropriate

Maintains and updates project web content, ensuring timely posting of advisories, announcements, meeting information, schedules, and related materials, and verifying content accuracy

Supports visual and digital communications by coordinating filming and photography, maintaining a project photo library, and assisting with social media content development, including messaging and graphics

Drafts presentation materials including PowerPoint presentations and briefing materials for various internal and external audiences

Assists with project-related stakeholder engagement initiatives and maintains organized records coordinating internal and external outreach communications activities

Collaborates with contractors to implement communication protocols

Qualification

Public relationsDigital platforms proficiencyStakeholder communicationsAdobe Creative SuiteEmail marketing platformsDiverse communitiesProject lifecycle familiarityOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's or master's degree in communications, public relations, planning, journalism, marketing, or a related field

Minimum 10 years of experience in public or stakeholder communications, ideally supporting large-scale infrastructure, transportation, or civic projects

Excellent written, visual, and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in digital platforms and tools (website CMS, email marketing, social media management, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite)

Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Experience engaging with diverse communities, government agencies, and the media

Familiarity with public project lifecycles, phasing, and communication requirements

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Superior working knowledge of Canva, Adobe Illustrator and InDesign

Proficiency with Microsoft systems including Excel, Word, Power Point, Teams and Outlook

Experience using email marketing platforms (e.g., Benchmark) to distribute public advisories and notifications

Must pass a federal background check

Preferred

Relevant professional licensure or certifications in public relations or related fields

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances

Business Travel Accident Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Commuter Benefits

Legal Assistance

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Auto & Home Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holidays

401(K) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Referral Program

Professional Certification Incentive Program

Hill University Learning and Development

Tuition Reimbursement

EAP

Years of Service Awards Program

Company

Hill International, Inc.

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Hill International provides program, project, and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across the world.

Founded in 1976

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

1001-5000 employees