Senior Public Information Specialist

AtkinsRealis USA Inc.; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Employee 401(k) with company match

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Public Information Specialist to lead the public outreach efforts on major projects in Miami, FL. You will coordinate staff, develop outreach plans, supervise, mentor, and ensure quality assurance of deliverables while maintaining strong client relationships.

The role requires 8+ years in public relations/outreach, strong messaging skills, and ability to work with media and stakeholders. The position offers hybrid work options and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English, or related field.
• Eight or more years of professional related experience involving public relations, public outreach, and other related areas.
• Ability to write and oversee the design of promotional and informational materials; ability to establish effective working relationships with the media, employees, managers, citizens, appointed and elected officials.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manages the public outreach efforts of major projects.
• Coordinates staff to ensure project office operates according to the contract with client.
• Develops and implements individual project Public Outreach Plans in coordination with the client.
• Produces and distributes daily, weekly and monthly reports on public outreach efforts.

Skills

Public relations

Public outreach

Media relations

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

Job Description Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Public Information Specialist to join our Public Outreach Group in Miami, FL. In this role you will manage public outreach teams on conventional and unconventional projects as well as coordinate, plan, organize, and direct public outreach efforts and programs for the client or business unit of the firm. May also supervise, and function as a mentor to less experienced professionals to assist in their professional training and development and performs quality assurance of their work deliverables. Your role Leads and manages the public outreach efforts of major projects. Coordinates staff to ensure project office operates according to the contract with client. Leads public outreach project goals and makes recommendations to the client of the best means to address the needs. Manages direct relationship with the client regarding public outreach. Coordinates and participates in government briefings and project presentations to external groups. Under the direction of the supervisor, monitors all public outreach expenses for the project. Organizes/manages project information files and coordinates the interchange of project outreach information with the client and among project team members. Produces and coordinates project publications, brochures, newsletters, web information and materials; meets with the client to determine key messages and themes. Develops and implements individual project Public Outreach Plans in coordination with the client. Produces and distributes daily, weekly and monthly reports on public outreach efforts. May supervise the work of support staff and less experienced professionals, as assigned. Performs such other duties determined necessary by the supervisor

About you

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field from an accredited four-year college or university. Eight or more years of professional related experience involving public relations, public outreach, and other related areas. Knowledge of public relations and public involvement techniques and strategies; knowledge of media relations strategies. Job requires ability to write and oversee the design of promotional and informational materials; ability to establish effective working relationships with the media, employees, managers, citizens, appointed and elected officials. Ability to work in a team environment and to work independently; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to make persuasive public presentations; ability to listen and respond to citizens and other customers on a variety of issues. Computer proficiency is required.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact. Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $90,000-$112,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

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Equal opportunity

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability Please review AtkinsRéalis’ Equal Opportunity Statement here.