Public Outreach & Information Specialist

AtkinsRéalis Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with 100% vesting

Paid Time Off

Flexible work options

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is hiring a Public Information Specialist to lead public messaging in Tampa, Florida. The role is in-person and sits within the client's office, coordinating with district PIOs and leadership to promote safety campaigns and project updates.

You will translate technical data into accessible public content, manage social channels, and support press events. A 3+ year background in PR and strong AP style is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field from an accredited four-year college or university; 3+ years of related experience.
• Knowledge of public relations and public involvement techniques and strategies; knowledge of media relations strategies.
• Proficiency in AP style and proofreading; ability to translate technical data into public content.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office and digital graphic or video scripting tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage messaging across official department social media channels.
• Promote safety campaigns, public meetings, construction updates, and traffic information in plain language.
• Coordinate press events, assist with media inquiries, and provide digital communication support during emergencies.
• Work with Communications Director and PIOs to align public messaging.
• Plan and organize public outreach efforts for major projects.
• Produce and coordinate publications, brochures, newsletters, and web content.

Skills

Public relations

Media relations

AP style

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field

Tools

Digital graphic tools

Video scripting tools

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is hiring a Public Information Specialist to lead public messaging in Tampa, Florida. The role is in-person and sits within the client's office, coordinating with district PIOs and leadership to promote safety campaigns and project updates.

You will translate technical data into accessible public content, manage social channels, and support press events. A 3+ year background in PR and strong AP style is expected.