Community Outreach Specialist

WSP has an opening for a Community Outreach Specialist to work at the Pompano Beach office of Florida's Turnpike Enterprise. The position will support, assist and offer guidance to the program in public involvement, public information, outreach and communications. The selected candidate will also join a talented group of other WSP communications professionals supporting the Turnpike program.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience
• Bachelor's Degree in communications, marketing, or a related field
• Public involvement or community engagement experience on transportation projects
• Ability to work well with the public and interact effectively with all organizational levels
• Excellent verbal, writing, and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently, interdependently with teams and demonstrate initiative
• Strong time management skills and high attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Benefits

• Flexible and agile workplace model
• Comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings