Sustainability Communications & Engagement Lead

Prince William County Government; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits (VRS)

401a and 457 plans

Paid annual leave

Paid personal leave

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Health, dental options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Prince William County Government seeks a Sustainability Communications and Engagement Manager to bridge technical expertise with public understanding. You will craft strategic communications, educational campaigns, and engagement initiatives to raise awareness of environmental programs and encourage community participation.

The role requires translating complex information for diverse audiences, collaborating with experts, and tracking policy developments to support leadership decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Environmental Sustainability, or related field.
• 7+ years of professional experience in strategic engagement and communications.
• Experience translating technical info into accessible messaging for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic communications and educational campaigns to raise awareness of sustainability programs.
• Engage employees, residents, businesses, and officials to participate in initiatives.
• Translate complex technical information into clear messaging for multiple channels.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to craft compelling narratives.
• Track policy developments and prepare briefing materials for leadership.
• Manage multiple communications projects with deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Strategic communications

Public outreach

Content creation

Stakeholder engagement

Analytics

Project management

Fundraising / grant writing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications

Environmental Sustainability or related field

Job description

Prince William County Government seeks a Sustainability Communications and Engagement Manager to bridge technical expertise with public understanding. You will craft strategic communications, educational campaigns, and engagement initiatives to raise awareness of environmental programs and encourage community participation.

The role requires translating complex information for diverse audiences, collaborating with experts, and tracking policy developments to support leadership decisions.