Community Engagement Coordinator

Location: Dallas or Houston, TX 

Employment Type: Both salaried and contract-based employment may be considered, with employment arrangement and structure commensurate with industry and opportunity. 

Salary: $105K-110K 

Company Overview

TurnKey Logistics is growing and looking for a Community Engagement Coordinator. TurnKey Logistics is one of the nation's leading firms in infrastructure project acquisitions, approvals, and access. From our cutting-edge image capture and GIS platform to analysis and design from our subject matter engineers, TurnKey is leading the way for the future in infrastructure planning and project delivery. Our service offerings include project management and consulting, land acquisition and title, permitting and project approvals, roadway analysis and haul route planning, stakeholder engagement, asset management, and engineering. TurnKey currently has employees in locations throughout the continental US. TurnKey’s growth is due to our valued employees exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. 

 We pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our many partnerships around the country. Sustainability, innovation, safety, and inclusion are the cornerstones of all of our sectors, which include Advisory, Land Development, Energy, Transportation, and Water. 

Job Description

This position will be located in 4 projects areas around Dallas, Houston, and Corpus Texas.

As a Community Engagement Coordinator, your primary responsibilities will involve establishing the projects with the local communities, staying informed of local issues, serve as point of contact for the project, staff local project offices, coordinate meetings, attend and speak at local meetings and events, keep project team informed, and garner and foster overall support for the projects.

We are specifically seeking a candidate who lives in the Dallas or Houston, TX area. This position is not eligible for per diem but job-related expenses will be reimbursed.

Job Duties:

· Stay Informed: Keep our team updated on key local issues that could impact our project, such as regulatory changes, competitor activities, and community sentiment.

· Coordinate Meetings: Arrange and facilitate meetings with landowners, local leaders, and other stakeholders to foster support and address concerns.

· Serve as Point of Contact: Act as the primary local contact for the project, representing us in a public capacity and providing contact information for inquiries.

· Office Staffing: Identify, maintain, and staff the local project office for designated hours each week, serving as a resource for community members.

· Foster Support: Cultivate support for the project among local leaders, neighbors, and the wider community through proactive engagement and relationship-building efforts.

· Attend and Speak: Represent the project at local meetings and events, occasionally speaking on our behalf to advocate for project objectives.

· Schedule Coordination: Manage scheduling and coordination of meetings for the project team, ensuring efficient communication and collaboration.

· Staff office for set hours each week.

· Participating in project calls to stay informed and contribute to discussions.

· Accompany senior team members to local meetings and presentations to provide a local perspective and presence.

· Field inquiries about the project and collaborate with the team to develop appropriate responses.

· Attend local meetings of significance to gather information and network with stakeholders.

· Represent the project at chamber and economic development organization meetings as a designated team representative.

Daily Tasks:

· Help to establish and operate a local office near the storage field.

· Staff the local office.

· Identify and recommend sponsorship and donation opportunities to support community initiatives.

To be successful in the Community Engagement Coordinator role, you will need the following qualifications: 

· Bachelor’s degree preferred. 

· Minimum 2 years experience in a community engagement role

· Strong understanding of local community dynamics

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

· Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.

· Experience in community engagement, public relations, or related fields is preferred.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

· 50% Travel Required

· Local to the Dallas or Houston area

TurnKey’s commitment of “Turning vision into reality” starts with our employees. Our desire to hire and retain the best employees is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

Other Information

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Equal employment opportunity is the law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status. 

At TurnKey, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust.