Public Involvement Specialist

Public Involvement Specialist

Location: Morristown, NJ
Job Type: Long-Term Contract
Travel: Up to 25% throughout New Jersey

We are seeking a Public Involvement Specialist to support a portfolio of electrical infrastructure upgrades tied to renewable energy development projects across New Jersey. This role is ideal for a communications professional who thrives in stakeholder engagement, public outreach, and community relations within infrastructure, utility, or environmental projects.

The Public Involvement Specialist will help develop and execute communication strategies that support permitting, siting, and construction activities for large-scale energy projects. This position requires strong organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication abilities, and the capability to manage multiple outreach initiatives simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication and public outreach strategies for infrastructure and renewable energy projects.
• Coordinate communication and public involvement activities for multi-year permitting, siting, and construction efforts.
• Serve as a liaison between project managers, contractors, stakeholders, and the public.
• Manage project commitments to communities and stakeholders affected by construction activities.
• Support issue resolution efforts while promoting a positive public image for the project and client.
• Execute outreach initiatives including:
  • Newsletters and fact sheets
  • Website content updates
  • Telephone information lines
  • News releases
  • Public meetings and open houses
  • Comment forms and mailing lists
  • Responses to public inquiries
• Assist with development of outreach materials and presentation graphics.
• Coordinate event logistics and participate in public meetings and stakeholder events.
• Log and track inquiries through public information hotlines and stakeholder management systems.
• Run and distribute reports from stakeholder management databases.
• Organize and maintain project communication files and outreach documentation.
• Coordinate communication updates between project teams and clients.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Environmental Studies, or a related field from an accredited program required.
• 3–10 years of professional experience in communications, public involvement, community outreach, or related fields.
• Prior internship or related experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to the public and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with design or presentation software is a plus.
• Experience working with stakeholder management systems or databases preferred.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license required and ability to maintain company driving privileges in accordance with company policy.

Preferred Background

Candidates with experience supporting utility, energy, infrastructure, transportation, environmental, or construction-related projects are highly encouraged to apply.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under the law. Assistance with the application process is available upon request.