Public Engagement and Communications Specialist I

What We’re Looking For Join our Atlanta team and help shape Georgia’s transportation future. As a Public Engagement Communication Specialist I, you’ll support major roadway and infrastructure projects in Georgia and work closely with key transportation‑related agencies. You’ll support public involvement and outreach efforts, develop clear communication materials and messaging, and engage stakeholders, communities, and travelers on key moments throughout complex project delivery. If you’re ready to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to have you on our team. What You’ll Do Assist in the development and implementation of communication and outreach strategies to educate the public and stakeholders on infrastructure projects, including research, outreach strategies, and best practices. Conduct routine investigations and collect data needed for effective communication strategies and/or to fulfill federal regulatory outreach requirements, including environmental impact evaluations if applicable. Prepare and coordinate dissemination of outreach materials, facts and information on project messaging to stakeholders according to the public outreach plan, using print, periodicals, radio, social and/or visual communication media. Track and maintain routine records and reports related to public involvement meetings, public hearings and outreach events. Draft speeches, create and design presentation materials, and/or compose correspondence for use in mailings, meetings, or other public consumption. Be responsible for initial fact‑checking of reports, articles, and other publications. Coordinate community meetings, public forums, working groups and other public meetings, including scheduling, determining location, advertising, and ensuring proper set‑up/tear‑down and relevant collateral materials according to client expectations and project goals and budget. Interact with clients to coordinate implementation of communication and outreach programs. Perform other duties as assigned. What You’ll Need Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism or related field, or In lieu of education, 4 years of relevant experience. What You’ll Bring Assistance with social media (e.g., monitoring social media, assisting with strategy and content development) with direction from more‑experienced staff. Modify existing materials and documents using a basic understanding of Adobe (e.g., Photoshop, InDesign, InCopy) and Microsoft products (specifically proficiency with PowerPoint formatting, consistency, and editing templates). Develop, maintain, and update stakeholder database. Research with direction from senior staff. Assist with public outreach and events information gathering/research (e.g., venue coordination, logistics, generating materials, staffing) and interacting with clients, the public, internal partners, and others. Use basic graphic design skills and follow existing style guides. What We Prefer Digital media experience (Facebook, Instagram, MailChimp, SurveyMonkey). Experience working for or directly with a transportation‑related agency (DOT, Transit, Aviation). Strong written and verbal communication. Organization skills. Familiar with Adobe Creative Suite. Valid driver’s license. Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. #SR #MarketingSalesCommunications #TransportationPlanning Locations: Atlanta, GA Notice To Third‑party Agencies HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant’s resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees. Job Type: Regular Full/Part Time: Full time Job Category: Public Engagement and Communications Group ReqID: R-29709 #J-18808-Ljbffr