What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Public Involvement Specialist position at Global Technical Talent, an Inc. 5000 Company?
Primary Job Title: Assistant Public Involvement Specialist
Location: Morristown, NJ
Onsite Flexibility: Onsite
Contract Details:
- Position Type: Contract
- Duration: 12 Months
- Pay Rate: $26.00–$33.00 / Hour (USD)
- Travel Requirements: 25% travel within New Jersey
- Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Job Summary: The Public Involvement Specialist will conduct communication and public outreach services for a suite of electrical upgrades supporting renewable energy development in New Jersey. This includes developing and implementing programmatic and project communication strategies and developing communication and public outreach plans to make our clients successful.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate communication and public involvement activities on multi-year permitting, siting and construction projects
- Develop project communication strategies and communication and public outreach plans
- Interact with various stakeholders affected by project construction activities, managing project commitments to the public and act as the liaison between project managers, contractors, and the public
- Provide service to the client by being available for issue resolution, providing information updates and promoting a positive public image
- Implement strategic outreach plans and processes including the development of newsletters and fact sheets, website content, telephone information lines, news releases, public meetings, open houses, comment forms, mailing lists, and response to public inquiries
- Assist with materials development, event logistics, attending and participating in public meetings, logging inquiries on public information hotlines, and data management
- Provide graphic support for promotional initiatives
- Run and distribute reports in a Stakeholder Management System
- Organize and manage project information files and coordinate the interchange of project outreach information to project managers and clients
- All other duties as assigned
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, environmental studies, or related field from an accredited program required
- Valid driver's license required
Required Experience:
- 3 to 10 years professional experience
- Prior internship or related experience
Required Skills:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient in the use of computer software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Basic analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to understand technical information and communicate that information to the public
- Ability to manage priorities and schedules
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- High level of attention to detail
- Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy
Preferred Skills:
- Design/presentation software experience
Benefits:
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
- 401k Retirement Fund
Important Notes:
- Selected candidate must pass the required drug screen and background check (including DMV/MVR check) AND must clear the First Energy background prior to starting. First Energy background check takes roughly 4-6 weeks to complete.
About the Client: Infrastructure Engineering Firm We design and build essential infrastructure for cities. Our commitment to safety and quality has driven our success since 1898. Join our team and contribute to building a thriving society.
About GTT: GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number: 26-05330
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Salary : $26 - $33