Job Details
Quest Corporation of America, Inc. (Quest) is seeking a self-motivated Communications Manager to join our team in the Highlands County area. The candidate is responsible for developing and executing community awareness plans, including communicating with internal customers, the public, the media, and elected officials. Responsible for leading communications on multiple infrastructure improvements for roadway construction projects. Customer-service focus is required. Spearheads addressing and resolving public concerns related to projects. Leads planning and implementation of public meetings and special events. The position may include business development activities, including marketing, proposal preparation, and presentations.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Develop community outreach plans to inform the public about transportation projects.
Field, mediate and document issues from the public related to infrastructure projects.
Design and maintain a favorable public image for the organization and customer.
Coordinate public outreach activities and events.
Build positive relationships with stakeholders affected by or interested in projects.
Leverage existing relationships to help achieve our organization and client s missions.
Create written content and collaborate with creative graphics and/or video team to develop project educational materials.
Develop strategic alliances and partnerships.
Manage a project informational hotline and be responsive to community questions and concerns.
Adhere to government communications protocols and other requirements.
Able to work in a constantly evolving, confidential environment, and to travel by use of a vehicle to multiple locations.
Professional Requirements:
Must have 3 years of public involvement, public relations, media, or community outreach experience, preferably in infrastructure working for or serving a state or municipal agency.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.)
Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
Talent for understanding, simplifying, and effectively communicating complex information to diverse audiences.
Ability to perform responsibilities with a significant degree of independence, initiative, creativity, and expert judgement.
Strong problem solving, critical thinking and organizational skills.
Deadline and detail oriented.
Familiarity with digital communications, including websites and social media.
Quest Corporation of America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status, or other status protected by law.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental Insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
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