Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist jobs in Columbia, SC

The Community Engagement Specialist will work closely with the Community Engagement Manager to plan and execute stakeholder engagement activities for communities where we currently operate or are seeking a newly permitted location.  The Community Engagement Specialist will work in collaboration with the growth team to research new communities and assist in the coordination of community engagement initiatives.  The Community Engagement Specialist will develop and maintain relationships with organizations, government agencies, and the community through effective communications strategies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS                                                                                                                                               

50% of job: Partner with Community Engagement Manager in planning, implementing and community engagement activities that support company-wide permitting efforts. Actively work to create opportunities that increase brand awareness, display our mission and values, and support the development of trusting relationships.

35% of job: Coordinate and prepare brand ambassadors / Luck associates in the successful execution of community engagement efforts.   while providing unique exposure to companywide growth initiatives to help with projects or events in the community.  Coordinating activities with local government agencies, businesses, schools, and other community organizations.  Special projects as required. 

15% of job: Active interactions with community leaders to collect feedback from members of the community about their needs and concerns, apply learning to support the development of new programs or improve existing ones.  Collect stakeholder data and support the Community Engagement Team to maintain a database of community leaders, stakeholders, and influencers.

10% of the job:  Manage schedules to ensure success - prompt communication with stakeholders, meeting commitments and critical deadlines.  Offer recommendations to simplify workflow and act on manager’s behalf, as necessary.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

Education:  Bachelor’s Degree

Work Experience: 5 years of industry experience

Behavioral Competencies:

• Commitment: Takes personal responsibility for the success of self, others, and the organization..
• Creativity: Delivers ideas and innovation that add value.
• Integrity: Earns the trust and respect of others.
• Leadership: Ignites human potential and performance. 

SKILLS

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stake holders.  They should be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively in a fast paced, high-stress environment.

TRAVEL

20% to 30% as required

ENVIRONMENT OR PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. Frequently in, on, construction equipment and environment. The associate is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Machine operation subjects employee to frequent and heavy jolting vibrations.