Associate Consultant, Communications and Public Involvement

Responsibilities

The Associate Consultant will serve as a liaison between projects and the community, implementing effective public outreach strategies and managing stakeholder communications. They will also coordinate public meetings, develop strategic messaging, and monitor media coverage for transportation and infrastructure projects.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field with 1-3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Spanish and strong written and oral communication skills are required, along with the ability to work occasional nights and weekends.

Skills

• Public outreach
• Communications
• Public relations
• Strategic messaging
• Social media management
• Stakeholder engagement
• Media relations
• Content writing
• Project management
• Bilingual Spanish
• Technical writing
• Microsoft Office
• Event coordination
• Interpersonal skills
• Time management
• Attention to detail

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Disability
• Life insurance
• Retirement savings

About this role

THIS OPPORTUNITY

Be involved in projects with our Communications & Public Involvement Team and be
a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves
their challenges.

At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our
future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to
build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our
reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Associate Consultant Career
Communications and Public Involvement Specialist for our Las Cruces, NM Office.

The position will support, assist and offer guidance to WSP projects and clients
in public involvement, outreach and communications. The position may also
support other WSP communications and public involvement efforts as needed. The
position is part of WSP’s National Communications Advisory Services Practice.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our national team of talented
communications and public outreach/public information professionals.

YOUR IMPACT

* Serve as a liaison between projects and the community

* Implement effective public outreach strategies for high profile
transportation projects as needed

* Take initiative and ownership of public involvement tasks to develop
effective strategies that solicit feedback and input from the public

* Develop strategic messages that educate the community on the purpose, need,
benefits, and perceived impacts of projects and programs

* Coordinate and participate in public meetings, neighborhood canvassing and
community events with various neighborhood groups or other stakeholders as
assigned

* Provide guidance on responses to public inquiries and escalated stakeholder
issues

* Implement strategic social media outreach plans including the research,
writing and vetting of various posts (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc.)

* Research and write content for a variety of communication channels, including
website, social media, talking points, presentations, marketing materials,
and media notifications  

* Monitor, archive and escalate media coverage of project issues

* Research and possibly respond to a variety of 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
agency priorities and program messaging

* Attend external project, agency, and community meetings to provide public
involvement updates and identify public involvement issues

* Identify opportunities for community and professional involvement for the
project team

* Build strong relationships with clients and assist with business development
activities

* Interact in a clear and concise manner with a variety of diverse audiences

* Perform other duties as assigned or required by WSP USA Inc. and our clients

WHO YOU ARE

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree in Communications/Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism
or a related field

* 1 - 3 years of communications experience in a technical industry or related
field

* Bilingual in Spanish with the ability to communicate effectively in
conversational Spanish and provide written translations

* Ability to work some nights and weekends, as needed

* Outstanding oral, written and interpersonal communication skills

* Superior organizational, time management and creative skills

* Proven experience writing content for website, social media, and media
notifications

* Ability to understand and translate complex, technical information into
easy-to-understand content for public consumption

* High attention to detail; proofreading skills

* Deadline driven with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

* Proven experience using social media for outreach campaigns

* Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, and Publisher

* Ability to work effectively with teams and demonstrate initiative to lead
tasks

* Ability to work well with the public and interact effectively with all
organizational levels, including senior management

Preferred Qualifications

* Communications/public involvement experience with infrastructure or
transportation

* Work experience in public information and communication for transportation,
design or construction projects

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading
engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local
communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors
and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in
the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more
than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our
clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs.
Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical,
dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing
health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their
careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be
essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to
get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National
Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

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