Vanir ยท 15 hours ago
Public Outreach Specialist II
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$126K/yr - $137K/yr
10+ years expVanir is a minority- and woman-owned company recognized as a leader in program, project and construction management. They are seeking a detail-oriented Public Outreach Specialist to support communication and outreach activities for complex airport infrastructure projects, ensuring public transparency and stakeholder engagement throughout all project phases.
Building MaterialReal Estate
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
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
Preferred
Relevant professional licensure or certifications in public relations or related fields preferred
Benefits
401(k) Savings with employer matching contributions
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions
Life
AD&D and disability benefits
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Voluntary benefits
Teladoc
Pet insurance
Paid time off
National employee assistance program (EAP)
Employee referral program
Company
Vanir
With a legacy spanning 60 years, Vanir has established itself as a national leader in program, project and construction management (PMCM), as well as real estate development.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dorene Dominguez
Chairman & CEO
Masood Mesbah, PhD, PE
Chief Operating Officer
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