Company Overview JEO is not your typical engineering firm. We have a welcoming, fun, and laid-back culture that encourages communication and collaboration where our greatest strength is our team members. If you value great work-life integration and work best in a relaxed, supportive, and inclusive environment, we may be the place where you ARE the best version of yourself. We are a relationship-based company that prioritizes building people and providing opportunities. With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, JEO has been serving clients since 1937. We are a leading multidisciplinary firm working hard to improve the communities in which we live, work and play. Join us at JEO and become part of our team that blends expertise, fun and passion for serving each other and our communities. Together, we can make a difference while building a rewarding career! Responsibilities and Duties The Community Engagement Specialist will:
Strategize and implement project-specific public involvement strategies to increase public participation and create awareness
Develop key communication messages to convey complex topics clearly and concisely
Develop content and create—or work with graphic designer to produce—public information materials, designed for print, digital, or a combination of both
Coordinate and facilitate formal and informal public meetings, hearings, open houses, focus groups, workshops, advisory committees, and other stakeholder meetings
Develop and implement multi-media communications campaigns in support of client projects, programs, and initiatives
Support our clients in establishing and developing collaborative partnerships with diverse cross-sector of their communities
Coordinate and support client with media relations, including but not limited public notices, media releases, project spokesperson
Provide technical assistance to internal staff and clients regarding community engagement planning and implementation, best practices, and other strategies to support positive community relationships and promote inclusion
Qualifications and Skills Preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in communications, public relations, marketing, public administration, community affairs, or related field OR five (5) years of related work experience.
Ability to travel throughout Nebraskaand Kansas
Completed training, or willingness to complete training, from the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) or being a Certified Public Participation Professional
Excellent communication, presentation, and public speaking skills
Experience in social media platforms, website platforms, and virtual engagement tools
Experience in facilitation, media relations, and working with government sector
Familiarity with infrastructure and engineering-related projects
Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience
JEO Consulting Group, Inc. is a consulting firm with offices throughout Nebraska, Iowa, and Kansas. JEO offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees including sick and vacation time, flex time, health insurance, an employer contributed 401k, wellness incentives, paid professional licensure fees and memberships, and an annual bonus program.
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