Public Outreach Specialist (NY)

We are currently seeking Public Outreach Specialists to work at our Client's, NY offices. 

Salary Range: $60,000 - $100,000
The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location. 

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement standard communication plans to be utilized when working with state and local government representatives, and regulatory agencies to ensure project objectives and deliverables are met without disruption or delay. 
• Utilize advanced problem identification and resolution and relationship building skills to direct project enabling quick decision making and strategic, proactive implementation of action plans. 
• Leverage strong relationships with municipalities, state entities, and customers in order to foster consistent communication between the Project teams and affected parties. 
• Anticipate and interpret the Company and customer requirements to set strategic direction related to public outreach plans and standardization of Project organization processes and procedures related to communications strategies and messaging during the planning, design, permitting and construction process. 

Requirements

• Develop and implement standard communication plans to be utilized when working with state and local government representatives, and regulatory agencies to ensure project objectives and deliverables are met without disruption or delay. 
• Utilize advanced problem identification and resolution and relationship building skills to direct project enabling quick decision making and strategic, proactive implementation of action plans. 
• Leverage strong relationships with municipalities, state entities, and customers in order to foster consistent communication between the Project teams and affected parties. 
• Anticipate and interpret the Company and customer requirements to set strategic direction related to public outreach plans and standardization of Project organization processes and procedures related to communications strategies and messaging during the planning, design, permitting and construction process. 

Benefits

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.