Senior Communications Specialist
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Fluor is seeking candidates for opportunities within our Program Delivery Support (PDS) team, working alongside the California High-Speed Rail Authority, to provide program delivery and program management services for one of the largest planned infrastructure projects in the U.S.
The system will connect the 500-mile stretch between the Los Angeles region with the San Francisco Bay Area, with up to 24 stations. The first phase of the program is currently under construction in California’s Central Valley.
Job Description
The Senior Communications Specialist provides strategic planning and implementation support to enhance internal and external communication and outreach for the communication and external affairs offices. This includes:
- Daily support for communication and external affairs activities related to the California High-Speed Rail program
- Assisting in preparing and organizing Authority publications, collaborating across different programs to gather information and data, formatting content, and developing of visual assets
- Researching and providing recommendations to enhance outreach and communication strategies
- Supporting the social media team with content development
- Translating complex material into public friendly material
- Other projects and tasks as assigned
Basic Job Requirements
- Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study such as Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related and seven (7) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to eleven (11) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
- Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
Other Job Requirements
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively
Preferred Qualifications
- Accredited degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study such as Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related equivalent in marketing, journalism, public relations, or related discipline
- Experience with publication of large reports
- Knowledge of complex and large infrastructure projects, and state government
- Capable of researching and introducing innovative outreach methods or a strong understanding of emerging outreach tools
- Experience in the engineering, fabrication, procurement and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM) marketplace
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 10%
Salary Range: $88,500.00 - $153,500.00
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
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Nearest Major Market: Fresno