PLANNING PROJECT COORDINATOR - CRTPO #2408-211410-01

IAP2 USA; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Drug and alcohol-free workplace

Job summary

A local government organization in Colorado is looking for a Public Engagement Coordinator to manage public participation and enhance community relationships. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of experience in communications or a related field. Responsibilities include coordinating outreach efforts and developing communication strategies to improve public awareness of transportation planning initiatives.

Qualifications

• At least three years of related experience is essential.
• Demonstrated experience in public engagement is vital.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate public participation efforts for CRTPO plans.
• Implement and evaluate the Public Involvement Plan.
• Enhance community engagement of historically excluded groups.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Creative thinker with strong strategic thinking abilities

Proficiency in website development

Skilled in graphic and document design

Experience developing public engagement campaigns

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field

Tools

Digital communication platforms

Graphic design software

Job description

Overview

The Planning, Design & Development (PD&D) department is the lead planning agency (LPA) for the Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO), the federally designated metropolitan planning organization for the Charlotte urban area. The CRTPO provides long range transportation services to a rapidly growing three county area with a population of 1.5 million that is expected to increase to 2.5 million by 2050. The CRTPO considers public involvement to be an essential aspect of the planning process. Consistent and significant public participation is critical to maintaining an open dialogue with residents, which helps to build trust and ensure that the community’s transportation needs are addressed throughout the three-county planning area. The CRTPO re-enforced its commitment to effective public engagement within the Strategic Plan, which identified communication as one of the organization’s six primary goals.

Summary

This position will supervise, manage, and oversee all public participation, digital engagement, and internal communications activities and operations of the CRTPO. It will be responsible for increasing public awareness of on-going initiatives and developing and maintaining community relationships.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

1. Coordinate public participation efforts for CRTPO plans, including the Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP), Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), and Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).
2. Implement and evaluate the performance measures of the Public Involvement Plan (PIP), while conducting regular reviews and assessments.
3. Lead outreach and engagement efforts associated with the recently awarded RAISE grant.
4. Serve as Title VI coordinator.
5. Proactively enhance efforts to engage communities that have been historically excluded from the transportation planning process.
6. Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive communications plan and brand strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and effective messaging across all channels.
7. Lead the creation of various media and graphics to effectively convey the CRTPO message, including logos, PowerPoint templates, special newsletters, videos, and more.
8. Lead the preparation of the quarterly newsletter and Annual Report.
9. Build and cultivate mutually beneficial relationships with key public information officers, fostering collaboration and ensuring effective communication.
10. Attend outreach events, public meetings and CRTPO board meetings to communicate with media and the public as a representative of the CRTPO.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to independently create clear and informative content that is easily understood by the public.
• Creative thinker with strong strategic thinking capabilities, adept at developing new ideas for improved engagement and communication with the public and stakeholders.
• Proven experience in establishing and nurturing relationships with residents, neighborhood groups, and stakeholder organizations.
• Proficiency in website development and design.
• Skilled in graphic and document design.
• Proficiency in using digital tools, social media platforms, and online communication channels, with the ability to develop and implement effective deployment plans.
• Knowledge of virtual public involvement techniques and technologies.
• Demonstrated experience developing, organizing, and leading public engagement campaigns for transportation plans and projects.
• Working knowledge of long-range transportation processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience working in communications, public relations, journalism, community development, urban and community planning, public service, community engagement, marketing, social media management, or a related field.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in communications, public relations, journalism, community development, urban planning, community engagement, marketing, social media management, or a related field. At least three years of related experience.

Conditions Of Employment

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check. Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports. Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments. The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How To Apply

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Benefits

• The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.
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• The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.