Public Information Specialist

Hill International Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Public Information Specialist to enhance its communication strategy in Los Angeles. This role involves managing social media presence, developing engaging content, and ensuring effective dissemination of information regarding construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public relations and media relations, with a focus on creating impactful communications. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving community outreach and engagement while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional growth and well-being.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(K) Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Professional Certification Incentive Program

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in public relations and media liaison.
• Extensive experience in creating engaging social media coverage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong social media presence to promote construction projects.
• Develop content for the District website to highlight positive initiatives.

Skills

Public Relations

Social Media Management

Content Development

Media Liaison

Writing and Editing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications

Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism

Job description

Hill International is seeking a Public Information Specialist in Los Angeles, California

• Maintain a strong and timely social media presence to disseminate information and promote
  the construction projects of FSD.
• Manage promotional materials, publications, media coverage, press guides, new releases, public outreach related to the dissemination of relevant information from the Facilities Services Division (FSD).
• Review online articles videos and social media posts to align with Facilities Services Division's media plan and improve outdated information shared to the public or general community where schools are modernized or updated.
• Develop content to the District website to promote students, teachers, special events and other positive information.
• Research, collect data and facts, compile information and develop correspondence, new releases, news advisories, statements, featured articles, social media posts and special projects and scripts for release to community newspapers, radio and television stations, and other communications media and platforms.
• Produce or edit informational and educational materials such as newsletters, handbooks, brochures and other publications for dissemination.
• Participate in information and public relations planning such as providing input for FSD information and public relations goals and priorities and propose information budget to management.
• Evaluate information and public relations efforts for value and cost-effectiveness.
• Support the Facilities Executive Office in the creation of presentations, written material, and supporting documents for presentations to key executive meetings, especially board meetings.
• Develop displays, exhibits and educational programs or training avenues.
• Support the FSD branches, departments and offices in promoting new initiatives, accomplishments and results.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in communications, English, public relations, journalism or any related field.
• Candidates who do not meet the education requirement may substitute experience on a year for year basis.
• Minimum five years' experience in public relations, information dissemination, media liaison, news reporting, feature writing, and maintaining working relationships with media staff.
• Candidate must have extensive experience in creating engaging and effective social media coverage for an agency.

The salary range for this position is $70,000-$100,000. The offered salary will be based on the applicants qualifications, education, experience and work location.

Depending upon your employment status, Hill's comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program.

Hill International, with more than 4,100+ professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as one of the largest program management firms in the world. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com.

Hill is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning we have one focus as a company: protecting client interests. Free of any potential conflicts, our entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. We are dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapt to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs.

Hill is a GISI Consulting Group company, part of the Global Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. (GISI) family of companies. Learn more about GISI Consulting Group at www.gisi.com.

Hill International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled

Note: This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties as required.

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