Director of Engagement

STV is seeking an experienced Director of Engagement in the Advisory Services Outreach & Engagement Strategies division. Outreach & Engagement Strategies is a rapidly growing communications practice within STV. With a team-oriented approach to public involvement, we strive to make highly technical information accessible to a wide variety of audiences. Be part of a team that makes a difference in our communities. Collaborating across multiple teams and clients, the Director of Engagement takes a strategic approach to communications planning, converting ideas into touch points that connect. The position offers excellent potential for positive impact in the community as this individual would assist in effectively implementing engagement strategies across infrastructure programs. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and editor, a strategic thinker experienced in delivering robust, concurrent communications programs. In this role, we seek someone with an inherent sense of initiative and a genuine dedication to the work we deliver. Be part of a team that makes a difference in our communities. Responsibilities include: Provide visionary leadership and mentorship within the team, inspiring innovation and maintaining high standards of excellence in design and communication. Communicate project objectives and key messages, translating complex technical information into compelling visual narratives for communication to diverse audiences. Develop and provide strategic guidance in the creation of high-level concepts to engage with the public in an equitable and accessible format. Steer projects through conceptualization, development, and execution, with a focus on effectively supporting project goals and objectives in an innovative and engaging manner. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business, or related field Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience within communications, with increasing levels of responsibility, and specialized experience in the transportation / infrastructure industry. Compensation Range: $187,747.98 - $214,569.12 STV offers the following benefits • Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) • Disability insurance • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment • 401(k) Plan • Retirement Counseling • Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days) • Paid Holidays (9 days) • Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) • Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) • Continuing Education Program • Professional Licensure and Society Memberships STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications. Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV’s work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow. STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,300 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 32nd in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 11th in its transportation category. STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world-class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. We’re also committed to delivering formative career experiences – and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm. We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations. Learn more at stvinc.com. STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more. STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.