PMCS Group, Inc. is hiring : Facilities Communications / Public Relations Specialis

Facilities Communications / Public Relations Specialist Location : Los Angeles, CA

Base pay range

$97,000.00 / yr - $120,000.00 / yr

Overview This position involves leading community outreach and public relations activities for the Facilities Services Division, engaging with community groups, school administrators, and elected officials to inform and involve them in construction projects and related programs.

Responsibilities Identify, contact, and engage different sectors of the community, school administrators, offices of elected officials, legislators, Local District Superintendents, and regulatory agencies to inform them about construction projects and related programs, including notifying them of community meetings and events.

Implement community outreach strategic plans for assigned projects.

Schedule, coordinate, organize, and attend outreach activities such as community meetings and events to inform the community regarding construction projects, programs, and initiatives.

Inform and engage the community on the school construction process including site selection, California Environmental Quality Act and Environmental Protection Agency policies and procedures, acquisition and relocation, and design and construction issues.

Provide information and written reports to Community Relations supervisors for presentations before the Board of Education, Bond Oversight Committee, and other stakeholders.

Lead and coordinate the efforts of planning committee stakeholders for special events such as groundbreaking, ribbon cutting, and school openings, including coordinating resources and monitoring event expenditures.

Develop and maintain project files and contact databases for assigned projects.

Provide information to District personnel, community groups, business and trade organizations, education agencies, and the public concerning procurement policies and procedures applicable to the Los Angeles Unified School District's Procurement Services and the Facilities Services Division.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Minimum Requirements

Education

Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in public relations, community relations, urban planning, business administration, public administration or related field.

OR

Candidates who do not meet the education requirement may compensate for experience on a year-for-year basis for up to 2 years.

Experience

Minimum of four (4) years full-time paid professional experience in a public or private agency related to performing community outreach activities, organizing outreach campaigns, and conducting field work for community-based organizations and groups.

Knowledge / Skills

Knowledge of public relations principles, current community issues and local government structures

Excellent communication skills

Public relations principles

Assimilating information from various sources

Working effectively with diverse groups

Compliance and Collaboration

Detail-oriented and designs promotional materials

Prepare presentations

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