Public Policy and Engagement Consultant

Role Overview

• Development of reader-friendly technical information materials to inform and engage beneficial users and uses of water and other important natural resources.
• Planning for in-person, online, or “hybrid” public and agency meetings, including coordination of logistics, development of corresponding educational or presentational materials, notetaking support and implementation of other strategic outreach efforts.
• Gaining and applying experience in California water resources management and governance, applicable laws/policies/regulations, and community engagement best practices.
• Applying experience in developing of multi-media tools and resources such as graphic design, web and content media, social media, and interactive media.
• Performing project administration tasks, including preparation of reports and memos, gathering information and design documents, drafting correspondence, and other activities as needed.
• Traveling within California as-needed for project work, not to exceed 30%.

Requirements

• Excellent written and oral communication skills that deliver technical information to a variety of audiences through various print, social media, and video platforms.
• Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills to work in diverse team environments with staff, clients, and interested parties.
• Experience in event planning and implementation for small and large-scale public meetings, including meeting notification, facilitation, record management, and post-event evaluation.
• Experience in preparation and delivery of multi-media materials through graphic design, web and content management, and video.
• Experience in one or more of the following subject matter areas is preferred, but not required:
• Integrated water management, interactions with land and the environment, and interrelationships with social and economic development.
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in journalism, public relations, public administration, political science, international relations, environmental science, natural resources, community development, or other related fields. Internships and prior experience in the water resource management field is preferred but not required.