Public Information Specialist

Job Description Overview We are seeking a Public Information Specialist to support public outreach initiatives in Lake City, FL. This role works closely with clients and project teams to assist in delivering effective public relations, communications, and community engagement programs. Reporting to a Technical Manager, this position supports public affairs efforts including public information, government affairs, media relations, website maintenance, and community outreach for client projects. Your Role Support development of public information materials, including press releases, newsletters, fact sheets, reports, presentations, and public service announcements. Coordinate and support logistics for public outreach events such as public meetings, hearings, open houses, groundbreakings, ribbon cuttings, and site tours. Assist with facilitation and coordination of public meetings and community engagement activities. Maintain and update project websites, photo galleries, and databases; support basic data analysis and reporting. Assist in the design and production of project collateral, including displays, brochures, newsletters, maps, and fact sheets. Capture and organize digital photography for project documentation and public-facing materials. Monitor media coverage and track news related to client projects, including compiling clips and reports. Coordinate with internal project teams and support general administrative and project coordination activities. Build and maintain relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and the public. Represent the organization professionally in client and community interactions. Perform other duties as assigned. About you Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, English, Public Administration, or a related field. Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with excellent verbal communication ability. Internship or prior experience in a consulting or communications-related environment preferred. Ability to manage multiple tasks, coordinate event logistics, and support project teams effectively. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders, including the public, media, and government officials. Comfortable working both independently and within a team environment. Proficiency in standard computer applications; familiarity with web design (e.g., Dreamweaver or similar) and graphic design tools (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, Publisher) is a plus. Bilingual English/Spanish skills are highly desirable. Valid driver's license required; ability to travel locally as needed. Rewards & benefits At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact. Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here. About AtkinsRéalis We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more. Additional information Expected compensation range is between $55,000 - $70,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location. Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary. AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here. Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis; no application deadline applies. AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and is committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data. By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice. 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//careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences. Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at Atkinsrealis or follow us on LinkedIn.