Senior Public Engagement Specialist (Hybrid)

California Department of Toxic Substances Control; Glendale (CA); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is hiring a Senior Public Participation Specialist for the Santa Susana Field Laboratory Project. This hybrid role involves field work and telework, focusing on engaging underserved communities and facilitating two-way communication with stakeholders.

The successful candidate will lead public participation outreach, develop strategies for regulatory engagement, and evaluate outreach impact while coordinating with DTSC teams to advance

Qualifications

• Administrative experience in public-sector settings.
• Public speaking and engagement experience.
• Environmental justice experience is desirable.
• Strong project management or leadership capabilities.
• Professional demeanor and reliable.
• Punctual and dependable.
• Team player with collaborative spirit.
• Knowledgeable about public participation concepts.
• Positive attitude and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate two-way communication between the public and the department on the SSFL project, ensuring stakeholder participation.
• Independently develop, implement, and evaluate public engagement activities related to regulations affecting the SSFL project.
• Use analytical reasoning to guide content strategy for public participation documents.
• Plan, organize, notice, and manage in-person and virtual educational programs (meetings, events, workshops).
• Analyze community information to inform data-driven participation approaches.
• Lead outreach campaigns and messaging for SSFL communications and project objectives.

Skills

Administrative Experience

Public Speaking

Environmental Justice

Project Management

Professional

Punctual

Team Player

Knowledgeable

Positive Attitude

Job description

The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is hiring a Senior Public Participation Specialist for the Santa Susana Field Laboratory Project. This hybrid role involves field work and telework, focusing on engaging underserved communities and facilitating two-way communication with stakeholders.

The successful candidate will lead public participation outreach, develop strategies for regulatory engagement, and evaluate outreach impact while coordinating with DTSC teams to advance