Kearns & West - Los Angeles, CA

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Los Angeles, CA
101-250 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Kearns & West is seeking a Project Coordinator or Associate to join our Southern California team, which is dedicated to collaborative communications and community engagement. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on a variety of high-stakes projects that span local, state, and national levels, particularly in the areas of land use, transportation, energy, and natural resources. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in facilitating stakeholder engagement and community meetings, ensuring that diverse voices are heard and included in the decision-making processes. As a Project Coordinator or Associate, you will assist in documenting meetings, preparing reports, and managing databases. You will work closely with tribes, stakeholders, and community members to develop engagement strategies that are inclusive and equitable. Your responsibilities will also include preparing informational materials for stakeholders, conducting research, and supporting the logistics of meetings. This role requires a proactive individual who can manage multiple projects simultaneously and is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. Kearns & West values innovation and employee initiatives, providing a supportive environment for professional growth. Our hybrid work model allows for flexibility, with team members typically spending one or two days a week in the office. We are committed to fostering a diverse workplace and ensuring that our projects reflect the communities we serve. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about community planning, environmental issues, and public involvement, and who are eager to contribute to meaningful work that makes a difference.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with facilitating and documenting stakeholder engagement and community meetings, including notetaking, report preparation, and database management.
  • Work alongside the K&W team to engage with tribes, stakeholders, and community members.
  • Lead or support coordination of meeting logistics.
  • Support development of engagement strategy through research, direct interaction with stakeholders, and local knowledge.
  • Prepare basic informational materials for stakeholders and the public.
  • Conduct administrative duties.
  • Prepare advertisement placements and media releases.
  • Proofread reports and other documents.
  • Help to maintain and grow strong relationships with clients and project partners.
  • Coordinate and contribute to visual communication materials.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in community/regional planning, transportation, natural resource management, renewable energy, environmental/public policy, or related fields.
  • 1-2 years of experience for Project Coordinator position; 2 years for Associate position.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple project assignments simultaneously.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Nice-to-haves

  • Fluency in Spanish is highly desirable but not required.
  • Interest in graphic design/layout and proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and/or InDesign are desirable, but not required.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary range of $60,000 - $85,000.
  • Hybrid work model allowing flexibility in work location.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment.
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