Facilities Community Relations Specialist

The Tsui Group is seeking a candidate who is qualified and experienced in educational facility construction projects to serve as a

Facilities Community Relations Specialist

for a large educational client within Los Angeles County with the below duties:

Identify, contact, and work with the different sectors of the community, school administrators, and the offices of elected officials, legislators, Local District Superintendents and regulatory agencies to engage them in the process of construction projects, as well as programs and initiatives of the Facilities Services Division and to notify 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 throughout the District to engage and inform the community regarding the Facilities Services Division's 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 various planning committee stakeholders for special events such as groundbreaking, ribbon cutting, and school openings, for the purpose of coordinating resources and monitoring event expenditures.Develop and maintain project files and contact databases for assigned projects.Provides information to District personnel, community groups, business and trade organizations, education agencies, and the public concerning the procurement policies and procedures applicable to the School District's Procurement Services and the Facilities Services Division.Performs other duties as assigned.Requirements

Required Experience:

Minimum of 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.Required 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.Candidates who do not meet the education requirement may compensate experience on a year-for-year basis for up to 2 years.Skills/License

Knowledge of public relations principles, current community issues and local government structuresExcellent communication skillsPublic relations principlesAssimilating information from various sourcesWorking effectively with various diverse groupsCompliance and CollaborationDetail-oriented and designs promotional materialsPrepare presentationsA valid California Driver's LicenseBenefits

Salary Range:$84,000-$89,000Medical, Vision, & Dental - 100% covered for the employee*Life and Disability Insurance10.5 days of Vacation pay (Accrued)6 days of Sick pay (Available Immediately)10 days of Holiday pay (9 Holidays, 1 Personal Day)3% Employer Contribution 401k (After 1 year of service)Monthly Stipend for Cell PhoneLaptop for work purposes