Community Outreach & Event Coordinator/Assoc. in Costa Mesa, California at Kearns & West Inc

Community Engagement Coordinator/Associate

Contract

Southern California

Salary Range: $40.68 - $55.17 hourly

The Organization Kearns & West is a leader in community engagement and stakeholder facilitation conducted for government agency clients across the country. The team in Southern California works in Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange, and Ventura Counties from several local offices. Their projects span multiple policy sectors, including community planning and housing, transportation, major public facilities and infrastructure, natural resources, energy, water, marine resources, and climate. At the core of all their projects is finding solutions to advance essential policies and programs, and many of our projects incorporate customized inclusive engagement techniques to give all communities a voice. On any given day, the Southern California team is facilitating stakeholder committees, leading community meetings and open houses, staffing “pop up” events at community events, writing engagement strategies, creating informational materials and social media posts, and preparing input summaries.

Opportunity Summary

Kearns & West is seeking qualified Community Engagement Coordinators and Associates to provide community engagement support services on an independent contractor basis throughout the Southern California region.

Engagement opportunities may range from single-day events to project-based assignments lasting several months, depending on client and project needs. Contractors are not guaranteed any minimum amount of work, hours, or future assignments. Opportunities will be offered on an as-needed basis,

Services may include, but are not limited to, the following:Assist with planning, designing, and implementing public participation meetings

Attend planning/program and project check-in meetings with staff and/or clientsManagelogisticsand planning for eventsHelpfacilitatebreakout discussions and notetaking exercisesStaff public events: organize supplies, set up, take down,and engage with members of the public in interactive exercises and discussionsPrepare notes and develop summaries of eventsAssistwith survey design, survey implementation, and analysisDesign informational tools, presentations, forms, fact sheets, and other materialsWrite social media postsQualifications and Experience Sought 

Candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including public policy, urban planning, and communications, will be considered. An interest in collaborative problem-solving and communications is essential. Preference for candidates who are fluent in Spanish.    Additional desired qualifications include:

Experience conducting outreachacrossSouthern CaliforniaFamiliarityand experiencewith outreach techniques specifically for underserved communities Self-motivated and comfortable working independently 

An effective and reliable communicator Adept at quicklylearningkey issues, FAQs,andimportant elementsof complex projects Ability totranslate technical information forcommunity membersEffective and competent writing skillsAvailabilityto attendeventsduring evenings and weekendsCompensation   

Compensation will be $40.68 - $55.17, including travel time.