Public Involvement Coordinator

David Evans and Associates, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 94,558,464 - 128,943,360; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

401k plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible 9/80 schedule

Salary transparency and benefits

Job summary

David Evans and Associates, Inc. in Salt Lake City is seeking a Public Involvement Coordinator to support day-to-day operations and help develop outreach strategies for major transportation projects.

You will create and edit documents, manage inquiries, organize public events, maintain stakeholder databases, and liaise between project teams and the public. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Communications or Transportation Planning or 5+ years of admin experience, strong writing, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications or Transportation Planning, or 5+ years of administrative experience with an engineering firm.
• Strong writing and public speaking skills.
• Reliable transportation for travel.
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations for assigned public involvement projects.
• Develop effective public outreach strategies for high-profile transportation projects.
• Create, edit, and produce public involvement documents.
• Monitor and respond to public inquiries via hotlines and email accounts.
• Organize events including open houses, workshops, public hearings, neighborhood meetings, ground breakings, ribbon cuttings, one-on-one meetings and other public events.
• Produce and maintain stakeholder databases.
• Develop public outreach materials and coordinate distribution among project team members, stakeholders, and clients as needed.
• Interact with the public utilizing a wide range of traditional and innovative communication methods.
• Act as a liaison between technical project team members and the public.
• Prepare, compose, and maintain letters, documents, and spreadsheets using Microsoft Office applications.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required by DEA and our clients.

Skills

Public involvement

Communication

Public speaking

Administrative experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

5+ years administrative experience

Job description

At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our Transportation team solves modern transportation challenges by combining innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to our clients. Through cutting‑edge engineering practices, we deliver unique solutions designed to provide an exceptional client experience. DEA meets the demands of modern transportation with a diverse range of services tailored to our clients' evolving needs. From enhancing existing transportation networks to pioneering new mobility solutions, our expertise helps shape a future where safe, efficient, and accessible mobility improves the quality of life in the communities we serve.

Public Involvement Coordinator – Salt Lake City, UT

What You'll Do

• Support day‑to‑day operations for assigned public involvement projects.
• Support the development of effective public outreach strategies for high‑profile transportation projects.
• Create, edit, and produce public involvement documents.
• Monitor and respond to public inquiries via hotlines and email accounts.
• Organize events including open houses, workshops, public hearings, neighborhood meetings, ground breakings, ribbon cuttings, one‑on‑one meetings and other public events.
• Produce and maintain stakeholder databases.
• Develop public outreach materials and coordinate distribution among project team members, stakeholders, and clients as needed.
• Interact with the public utilizing a wide range of traditional and innovative communication methods.
• Act as a liaison between technical project team members and the public.
• Prepare, compose, and maintain letters, documents, and spreadsheets using Microsoft Office applications.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required by DEA and our clients.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications or Transportation Planning, or 5+ years of administrative experience with an engineering firm.
• Strong writing and public speaking skills.
• Reliable transportation for travel.
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions.
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Work‑life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay.
• Work Schedule: Flexible 9/80 schedule – every other Friday off!
• Retirement: 401k plan.
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health.
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement.
• Potential salary range: $33.00/hour – $45.00/hour.

* The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Physical Requirements & Occasional Work Environments

• Occasionally work in various positions to complete tasks in different environments, including tight or confined spaces.
• Occasionally adjust or move objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
• Occasionally operate a motor vehicle, and, when required, heavy equipment.
• Occasional exposure to low temperatures or high temperatures.
• Occasional work in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Occasional work in noisy environments.

Potential office locations include: Salt Lake City, UT.