Public Involvement Specialist

Parsons; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Job summary

Parsons in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Public Involvement Specialist to support transportation projects through public outreach and communications from design through construction. The role emphasizes stakeholder communications, clear writing, editing, and organized project documentation.

In-office four days a week and remote one day weekly, candidate should have a 4-year degree in a relevant field and 2+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, or Journalism (or equivalent) and preferred 2+ years of related work experience.
• Experience with basic graphic design (Adobe Creative Cloud).
• Experience with transportation and/or public sector desirable.
• Exemplary professional attitude and demonstrated ability to exercise excellent customer service and support.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of the project, key issues, and potential stakeholders and create a public involvement plan to meet project team goals.
• Develop strategies and tactics to build project understanding, engagement and acceptance
• Develop strategies and tactics to effectively and efficiently engage stakeholders
• Prepare written content for project communications, including press releases, social media posts, websites, presentations, handouts and brochures
• Design simple graphics to support communications and team needs
• Support public outreach events, including public meetings, committee meetings and community events

Skills

Public outreach

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Project communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, or Journalism

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.

We have great projects; we need your help to give them a voice!

Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a Public Involvement Specialist in Indianapolis, IN to support our growing portfolio of major transportation projects in the Midwest. The position involves public outreach and communications support for complex transportation infrastructure projects from preliminary design through construction. With the goal of creating project understanding, as well as positive project perception, the position will require expert skill and experience in a variety of internal and external communication strategies, including stakeholder communications. Solid writing skills, strong verbal communications, proficient editing, and detailed organization are a must. Working knowledge of basic graphic design is a strong plus.

This role requires a candidate to work in-office four days a week in our Indianapolis office and remotely one a day a week.

Responsibilities:

• Develop an understanding of the project, key issues, and potential stakeholders and create a public involvement plan to meet project team goals
• Develop strategies and tactics to build project understanding, engagement and acceptance
• Develop strategies and tactics to effectively and efficiently engage stakeholders
• Prepare written content for use in project communications, including press releases, social media posts, websites, presentations, handouts and brochures
• Design simple graphics to support communications and team needs
• Support public outreach events, including public meetings, committee meetings and community events

Qualifications :

• 4-year degree in Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, or Journalism (or equivalent) and preferred 2+ plus years of directly related work experience
• Experience with basic graphic design (Adobe Creative Cloud)
• Experience with transportation and/or public sector desirable
• Exemplary professional attitude and demonstrated ability to exercise excellent customer service and support, is required, as is the ability to interface effectively with a variety of people

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people's quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers' visions- and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range:

$63,600.00 - $111,300.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.