Hiring Now! Assistant Project Coordinator

Arellano Associates; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Southern California is seeking an Assistant Project Coordinator to support public outreach and stakeholder engagement programs. This full-time, entry-level role offers growth opportunities and involves content creation, event coordination, and project management tasks.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in public outreach, marketing, or communications.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft collateral materials like fact sheets and newsletters.
• Assist in organizing public engagement events.
• Support use of digital engagement tools.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Public Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Drive

ArcGIS

SurveyMonkey

Adobe Creative Suite

WordPress

Job description

Hiring Now! Assistant Project Coordinator

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Arellano Associates (AA) is a specialized public outreach and communications consulting firm focusing on public infrastructure, transportation, and community planning programs throughout Southern California and beyond.

Department: Projects Team

Location: Southern California

Compensation: $22.00 - $28.00 / hour

Job Description

The Assistant Project Coordinator (APC) is a full-time, entry-level position responsible for supporting public outreach and stakeholder engagement programs as part of a project team under the guidance of a project manager. This role offers opportunities for growth within the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Content Creation: Draft and prepare collateral materials such as fact sheets, brochures, newsletters, posters, and social media content.
• Event Coordination: Assist in organizing public engagement events, including logistics, supplies, and staffing.
• Tech Tools Application: Support the use of platforms like ArcGIS, SurveyMonkey, MetroQuest, and others to communicate project information and gather public input.
• Adobe Creative Suite: Use Adobe programs for basic design and editing tasks.
• Vendor Coordination: Coordinate services such as printing, catering, translation, and interpretation.
• Database and Website Management: Update stakeholder databases and manage project websites and social media content.
• Project Management: Complete assigned project tasks within deadlines and budget constraints.
• Issue Communication: Report challenges and issues to management promptly.

Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask in a dynamic environment.
• Comfortable interacting with the public both virtually and in person.
• Availability to attend meetings and events during various hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Drive, social media platforms, and familiarity with digital engagement tools like ArcGIS, SurveyMonkey, and WordPress.
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite programs.

Minimum Requirements

• Positive attitude and enthusiasm for community engagement.
• 0-3 years of experience in related fields such as public outreach, marketing, or communications.
• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred).