Senior Public Engagement Strategist

Harris County Toll Road Authority

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Harris County Toll Road Authority (HCTRA) seeks a Public Engagement Specialist to assist the Assistant Director in planning and directing outreach activities. You will develop and nurture community relationships to advance HCTRA projects and services, coordinating events and public meetings, and ensuring staff awareness of engagement plans.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree and at least five years of progressive experience in community engagement and public speaking, with excellent

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science or related field from an accredited institution.
Minimum five years progressive experience in community engagement and public speaking.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Familiarity with Houston region community organizations and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and facilitate community engagement activities and public meetings.
Identify partners and build relationships to support initiatives.
Coordinate outreach plans to raise awareness of HCTRA services.
Maintain stakeholder database with up-to-date contact information.

Skills

Public engagement

Public speaking

Communication

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Community relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Communications, Government, Marketing, Public Administration, Urban Planning, or Social Sciences

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree and at least five years of progressive experience in community engagement and public speaking, with excellent

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