Staff Transportation Policy Strategist (Kansas City)

Description

The Staff Transportation Policy Strategist will create policy and public engagement plans for primarily public-sector clients and projects in the transportation and infrastructure industries. This position will execute deliverables on projects in all aspects of transportation improvements, such as: roadway, bridge, and traffic.

• Develop and present policy communications and public engagement plans for public sector clients.
• Develop policy documents for public sector infrastructure clients.
• Develop materials, attend and participate in public meetings, log inquiries on public information hotlines, and data management.
• Plan and present logistics for project-related engagement activities, such as constituent surveys, in-person/virtual meetings or events.
• Develop materials for clients and projects, such as fact sheets, website copy, presentation materials, meeting notifications, etc.
• Ensure brand guidelines are considered in project documents.
• Present at project meetings, prepare documents and provide comprehensive status and next steps to the internal team.
• Compile reports in the Stakeholder Management System.
• Responsible for managing project information files and ensuring the interchange of project outreach information to project managers and clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or a related field from an accredited program. and 8 years strategic communication experience. Required
• Expert in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop experience highly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of DOT project standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent organization and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated presentation skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

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