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Senior Communications and Public Involvement Consultant

Senior Communications and Public Involvement Consultant

WSP in the U.S.Richmond, VA, US
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Senior Communications and Public Involvement Consultant

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Communications and Public Involvement Consultant for our Virginia or Maryland offices. This role supports communications and public involvement efforts for a variety of infrastructure projects in the region and may support other WSP communications and public involvement efforts nationally as needed. This is an opportunity to join our national team of communications and public outreach / public information professionals.

Your Impact

  • Serve as a key communications and outreach consultant on large infrastructure projects
  • Implement effective public outreach strategies for infrastructure projects
  • Take initiative and ownership of public involvement tasks to develop strategies that solicit feedback from the public
  • Serve as liaison between projects and the community
  • Develop news releases, brochures, fact sheets, media alerts and other collateral for the public and media
  • Develop and implement strategic messages that educate the community on the purpose, need, benefits and potential impacts of projects
  • Coordinate and participate in virtual and in-person public meetings and community events
  • Respond to public inquiries and escalate stakeholder issues as needed
  • Implement strategic social media outreach plans including research, writing and vetting posts for various platforms
  • Research and write content for multiple channels, including website, social media, talking points, presentations, marketing materials and media notifications
  • Monitor, archive and escalate media coverage of project issues
  • Research and respond to client, stakeholder, or media requests in a timely manner
  • Analyze the effectiveness of outreach campaigns, including website and social media content
  • Direct the work of support services such as graphic design, website development, video, and photography
  • Work closely with project teams and clients on communications alignment with client priorities and program messaging
  • Participate in external project, agency, and community meetings to provide public involvement updates and help identify public involvement issues
  • Coordinate development of project deliverables and public outreach according to project schedule
  • Support multiple projects and clients
  • Build strong relationships with clients and assist with business development activities
  • Interact in a clear and concise manner with diverse audiences
  • Perform other duties as assigned or required by WSP USA Inc. and our clients

Requirements

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Communications or a related field
  • 5-7 years of communications experience
  • Outstanding oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Superior organizational and time management skills with high attention to detail
  • Proven experience writing content for fact sheets, websites, social media, and / or media releases
  • Ability to translate complex technical information into accessible content for public consumption
  • Experience on infrastructure projects with a cross-discipline team
  • Deadline-driven with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to de-escalate and mitigate community concerns
  • Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to work effectively with teams and demonstrate initiative to lead tasks
  • Ability to work with the public and interact with all organizational levels, including senior management
  • Ability to work beyond standard business hours on some nights and weekends
  • Candidate must be able to immediately work in the United States on a full-time permanent basis
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and harassment policies

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Communications / public involvement experience with energy infrastructure projects
  • Experience with elected officials, stakeholders, and media communications
  • Social media experience for outreach campaigns
  • Experience planning public meetings
  • Local candidates preferred

    • Benefits and Compensation

    WSP provides a comprehensive benefits package focused on health and financial stability, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation or personal time; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and / or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

    Compensation : Expected Salary (all locations) : $74,200 - $129,800

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