Technical Specialist - Community Engagement - REMOTE

Must be US Citizen and Clearable

Do you want to perform work that is impactful to millions of Americans and has a broader global impact? Are you a service-minded team player who works towards creating solutions for the greater good?

We Empower You to Serve!

SRE delivers Organizational Transformation Services to the federal Government through Strategy, People, Leadership Development, Coaching, Facilitation, and Organizational Change Management. We underpin this with Project Management, business process improvement, and the use of technology as an enabler.

Our mission is to serve our country, our communities, and our employees. Our vision is to make a positive impact on the world by leaving it better off when we leave than when we came. We are seeking professional consultants who share in our mission of service, and our vision of leaving the world a better place, and are committed to our values of Integrity, Quality, and Performance.

After reviewing the position description, if you feel you are a fit for our organization and possess the required qualifications, we invite you to apply:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Technical Specialist - Community Engagement - to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. This role involves leading community engagement efforts to support the planning, development, and implementation of projects aimed at enhancing community resilience and mitigating risks.

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement community engagement strategies to ensure meaningful participation from local stakeholders in projects.
• Identify, contact, and build relationships with community stakeholders, including local governments, community organizations, and residents.
• Organize and facilitate public meetings, workshops, and forums to gather community input and provide project updates.
• Create and distribute communication materials, such as newsletters, fact sheets, and social media content, to keep the community informed about project progress and opportunities for involvement.
• Collect, analyze, and incorporate feedback from community stakeholders into project planning and implementation.
• Work collaboratively with project teams, including planners, engineers, and other specialists, to integrate community input into project designs and plans.
• Provide education and training to community members about resilience, hazard mitigation, and the objectives of projects.
• Ensure all community engagement activities comply with federal, state, and local regulations and standards.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of community engagement activities, feedback, and outcomes.

Skills:

• An energetic, forward-thinking, and creative individual with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image
• A well-organized and self-directed individual who is a team player
• An intelligent and articulate individual who can relate to people at all levels of an organization and possesses excellent communication skills
• Ability to proactively influence strategic decision making and direction
• A flexible individual who can meet the needs to multiple stakeholders and who is able to meet tight deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong public speaking and facilitation abilities
• Experience in organizing and leading community meetings and events
• Proficiency in using social media and other digital communication tools
• A decisive individual who possesses a "big picture" perspective
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient writing and communication skills
• SRE and Client mission oriented
• A process and solutions-oriented individual

Must have experience and be an expert with PCs, MS Office, Adobe, Google Mail, Citrix Sharefile (or other online platforms), and online meeting platforms such as Google Meet and Zoom

Education:

• BA/BS degree in a related field required (for example, Urban Planning, Communications, Sociology, or a related field)
• Relevant certifications are a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in community engagement, public relations, or a related role.
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required

Work Environment: This position is open to candidates nationwide and is remote with site work as required by customer.

Compensation:

The estimated salary range for this position is estimated to be $59,000-130,000/year. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. SRE considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. Additionally, SRE adheres to all state and federal requirements regarding salary to ensure compliance with applicable labor laws. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of SRE's total compensation package for employees.

EEO Commitment:

SRE employees and applicants for employment are covered by federal laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, pay equity, and career development programs. Consistent with these obligations, SRE also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.