Hiring Now! Assistant Project Coordinator

Arellano Associates

Los Angeles, CA

Full-Time

Job Description

Description

Arellano Associates (AA) is a specialized public outreach and communications consulting firm focusing on public infrastructure, transportation, and community planning programs throughout Southern California and beyond.

The Assistant Project Coordinator (APC) is a full-time position, which performs a variety of tasks for public outreach and stakeholder engagement programs as a member of a project team and under the guidance of a project manager. This is an entry-level position with opportunities for ongoing growth within the company.

Key Responsibilities

The APC position requires the full range of communications skills, including but not limited to:

Drafting written text, including collateral materials (fact sheets, brochures, newsletters, posters), e-communication, and social media content
Completing tasks needed for in-person, public engagement events (public meetings, pop-up events, special events), such as meeting logistics and supplies, and event staffing
Assisting to apply the latest tech tools to communicate project information and receive public input, such as: ArcGIS, SurveyMonkey, MetroQuest, Poll Everywhere, TypeForm,
Google Forms, Salesforce, WordPress, dashboards, interactive maps, etc.
Utilizing Adobe Creative Suite programs for basic file creation and editing, including
InDesign, Illustrator, PhotoShop, and/or PremierePro
Coordinating vendor services, such as printing, catering services, translation and interpretation services, toll-free phone lines, etc.
Updating stakeholder databases, project websites, and social media content
Performing project tasks within allotted timeframe and budget parameters
Communicating issues to management

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
Be detail-oriented, flexible, and able to multi-task in a dynamic environment
Be comfortable interacting with the public virtually and in-person
Be available to attend public meetings and in-person events during workday, evening and weekend hours
Be proficient in Microsoft Office, OneDrive/Sharepoint, Google Maps, Google Drive, Constant Contact, and social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Linkedin)
Be familiar with digital engagement tools, including, but not limited to electronic mapping, online survey tools, and other public engagement software, such as Adobe
Creative Suite, ArcGIS, SurveyMonkey, Metro Quest, Poll Everywhere, TypeForm,
WordPress and Geosocial interactive mapping
Possess basic knowledge of Adobe

Minimum Requirements

Beyond having an interest in making an impact on local communities, we look for the following in all candidates:

A great attitude!
0-3 years of experience in public outreach, marketing, communications, public relations, government relations, planning, public policy, and/or a related discipline
Bachelor’s Degree (highly preferred)