Facilities Community Relations Specialist

Company: CMTS LLC
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: November 15, 2024

Job Description:

Every day at CMTS, we undertake impactful infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. CMTS has an extensive 40-year industry experience, which ensures a strong foundation for ongoing success. Our company values employees by fostering a culture of learning, personal development, and well-being. We prioritize work-life balance and ethical business practices and engage with our community through employee-driven initiatives. Join us on our journey of growth and success! We are currently seeking a highly motivated Facilities Community Relations Specialist located in Los Angeles, CA. Required Education: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelors degree in public relations, community relations, urban planning, business administration, public administration or related field. OR Candidates who do not meet the education requirement may compensate for experience on a year-for-year basis for up to 2 years. Required Qualifications: In order to become a candidate, you must possess the following skills and abilities. Minimum of four (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. Knowledge of public relations principles, current community issues and local government structures Excellent communication skills Public relations principles A valid California Drivers License for us of an automobile as travelling will be required Responsibilities: 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 Divisions 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 Los Angeles Unified School Districts Procurement Services and the Facilities Services Division. Assimilating information from various sources Working effectively with various diverse groups Compliance and Collaboration Detail-oriented and designs promotional materials Prepare presentations Performs other duties as assigned. Salary: $102,440.00 annually Bonus Pay: A bonus may be granted to employees depending on individual performance, employee utilization, attendance, tenure, and furtherance of other non-financial corporate goals; bonus opportunities are available at managements discretion. CMTS LLC offers 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, 401k, life, and long-term disability insurance coverage for employees. CMTS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. Employment Type: Full Time

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