Public Information Specialist Los Angeles, CA

O2EPCM, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Public Information Specialist to enhance its communication efforts. This role involves managing social media, creating engaging content, and promoting construction projects through various channels. You will play a vital part in developing materials for public outreach and evaluating communication strategies for effectiveness. If you have a passion for public relations and a knack for creative communication, this opportunity offers a dynamic environment where your skills can shine and make a real impact in the community.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in public relations and media liaison roles.
• Experience in creating engaging social media content.

Responsibilities

• Maintain social media presence to promote construction projects.
• Develop content for the District website and manage publications.

Skills

Public Relations

Social Media Management

Content Creation

Media Liaison

Research and Data Compilation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications

Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism

Job description

Position Title: Public Information Specialist

O2EPCM, Inc. is a prominent award-winning experienced firm providing Professional, Technical, Consulting and Management Services in the Planning, Design, Engineering and Construction Industry to Local, State, Federal Government Agencies, Utility Companies and Private Clients. We are dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for a variety of projects.

Salary Range: $88,000 - $94,000

Type: Full-Time

Employee Benefits:

Duties:

1. Maintain a strong and timely social media presence to disseminate information and promote the construction projects of FSD.
2. 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).
3. Review online articles, videos, and social media posts to align with Facilities Services Division’s media plan and improve outdated information shared with the public or general community where schools are modernized or updated.
4. Develop content for the District website to promote students, teachers, special events, and other positive information.
5. 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.
6. Produce or edit informational and educational materials such as newsletters, handbooks, brochures, and other publications for dissemination.
7. 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.
8. Evaluate information and public relations efforts for value and cost-effectiveness.
9. Support the Facilities Executive Office in the creation of presentations, written material, and supporting documents for presentations to key executive meetings, especially board meetings.
10. Develop displays, exhibits, and educational programs or training avenues.
11. Support the FSD branches, departments, and offices in promoting new initiatives, accomplishments, and results.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Experience:

1. Minimum five years’ experience in public relations, information dissemination, media liaison, news reporting, feature writing, and maintaining working relationships with media staff.
2. Candidate must have extensive experience in creating engaging and effective social media coverage for an agency.

Required Education:

1. Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in communications, English, public relations, journalism, or any related field.
2. Candidates who do not meet the education requirement may substitute experience on a year-for-year basis.

Please note, if you move forward in the submission process, you will be asked to provide the following:

• Most updated resume
• Certifications or Licenses obtained
• 3-4 Professional References
• Project List with values, dates, and company of any projects worked

O2EPCM, Inc. is a prominent award-winning experienced firm providing Professional, Technical, Consulting and Management Services in the Planning, Design, Engineering and Construction Industry to Local, State, Federal Government Agencies, Utility Companies and Private Clients. We are dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for a variety of projects.

Employee Benefits:

NO PER DIEM. These are W2, long-term jobs with full benefits. NO relocation packages.