Strategic Communications Coordinator
Lexington, KY 
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Job Description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

As a communications professional working within an engineering company, this role will build and foster internal relationships with internal and external clients. We'll count on you to:

*Assist with the development and implementation of communications plans (target audience strategy, media relations and tracking, collateral material, comment response programs, overall activity schedule, information lines, contact databases, and activity reporting).

*Plan events for public meetings, hearings, open houses, focus groups, workshops, advisory committees, and other stakeholder meetings.

*Develop public notices and press releases; media monitoring/tracking for project documentation; produce media wrap-up reports for project-specific coverage including television, print or radio hits.

*Manage comment database including distribution list, logging sign-in sheets, comment coding, comment response and reporting.

*Research industry trends, stakeholders, regulatory requirements, etc., for client projects.

*Manage web-based project management tools (Adobe, SharePoint, Staging Sites, Contact Logs, etc.).

*Assist in development of project-specific outreach tools, including websites, databases, e-newsletters and schedules, web-based social media.

*Document outreach activities including activity tracking and reporting.

*Assist with stakeholder coordination and conflict resolution (in-person visits, phone calls, email).

*Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a closely related field
  • Preference given to local candidates

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Required Qualifications
  • A minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Service- and client-oriented personality with the ability to handle multiple assignments at a time and meet set deadlines
  • Self-starter who can work well independently or in a team environment
  • Experience using social networking/social media programs
  • Attention to detail
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location: United States-Kentucky-Lexington
Other Locations: United States-Kentucky-Louisville, United States-Tennessee-Nashville
Industry: Strategic Communications
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
BusinessClass: Strategic Communications
Job Posting: May 7, 2024

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

USA: We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law.

CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.

At HDR, health and safety matters.

For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy.

If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
3+ years
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