Community Relations Specialist Location: Los Angeles, ...

Community Relations Specialist — Location: Los Angeles, CA Base pay range $97,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr Minimum Requirements Education Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's 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. Experience 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/Skills Knowledge of public relations principles, current community issues and local government structures Excellent communication skills Public relations principles Assimilating information from various sources Working effectively with various diverse groups Compliance and Collaboration Detail-oriented and designs promotional materials Prepare presentations Duties Identify, contact, and work with the different sectors of the community, school administrators, and offices of elected officials to engage them in the process of construction projects and programs of the Facilities Services Division; 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 to inform the community regarding construction projects, programs and initiatives. Inform and engage the community on the school construction process including site selection, California Environmental Quality Act and EPA 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 planning committee stakeholders for special events (groundbreaking, ribbon cutting, school openings) and monitor event resources and expenditures. Develop and maintain project files and contact databases for assigned projects. Provide information to District personnel, community groups, business and trade organizations, education agencies, and the public concerning procurement policies and procedures applicable to the District's Procurement Services and the Facilities Services Division. Perform other duties as assigned. Note: This description reflects the responsibilities and qualifications for the Community Relations Specialist role and does not include unrelated listings. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-22