At Jacobs, we’re transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future - today. As a Public Engagement & Strategic Communications Associate, based in the Puget Sound, you will too. Jacobs has a large portfolio of long-term contracts working on some of the region’s most high-profile infrastructure projects and we want to grow our Public Engagement & Strategic Communications Team to meet this ever-increasing portfolio of projects. Our team is delivering projects from concept stage through to construction and we are looking for enthusiastic, adaptable staff to join this highly successful team to support project work in the Puget Sound and across the country. The primary purpose of the role is to support the delivery of comprehensive and innovative communications, outreach, and stakeholder engagement activities across a range of local and national projects in a variety of sectors. There will be opportunities to experience different roles within the business aimed at developing your career. In a given week, this role will likely include: • Supporting the northwest Public Engagement & Strategic Communications team by proactively engaging with clients, their partners, elected officials, community groups, businesses, and the public, digitally and in person • Monitoring deadlines to meet internal and external client deliverables and requests • Leading the development of high-quality materials to support projects and their associated public processes • Leading and supporting public engagement processes, representing projects to to the community on behalf of our clients • Producing and staffing events, such as public meetings and open houses (some evening/weekend working may be required) • Monitoring, responding to, and tracking stakeholder feedback, questions, and requests through various channels (email, phone, social media, etc.) • Managing the translation of content and materials into multiple languages • Leading tasks within large programs and balancing task needs with the goals of the overall program • A bachelor’s or advanced Degree in communications, journalism, government relations, planning, public relations or similar discipline • A minimum of 5 years in communications, public engagement, marketing, or public relations • Experience working with elected officials and coordinating with federal, state, and local agencies • Experience leading the development of tasks or deliverables • Excellent organizational and time management skills, as well as high attention to detail • Motivation to own the work to ensure on-time completion • The ability to work well under pressure and as part of a team • A willingness to embrace and grasp complex subjects quickly • The ability to work on multiple and dynamic projects, sometimes with competing deadlines • Fully comfortable interacting with people and actively listening to their ideas and questions • The willingness to occasionally travel for work, as needs arise Ideally, here’s what you’ll also have: • Interest in the planning process and delivering communications programs for large-scale planning and infrastructure projects • Experience in environmental planning protocols, NEPA/SEPA process, public meetings and working groups, and an interest in transportation, infrastructure, or other public projects • Strong organizational and Office 365 Suite skills Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.