Community Outreach (Bilingual)
Full Time • New York
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Location: Serving Newark (Ironbound), Elizabeth (Elizabethport), Staten Island (North Shore), and Brooklyn.
Focus:Environmental Justice & Zero-Emission (ZE) Infrastructure
Focus:Environmental Justice & Zero-Emission (ZE) Infrastructure
The Role
We are seeking dedicated Community Outreach & Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Specialists to serve as the "face" of our project across key communities in New York and New Jersey. You will play a critical role in bridging the gap between complex infrastructure development and the residents of Newark, Elizabeth, Staten Island, and Brooklyn.
Your mission is to ensure that all community members—regardless of their primary language or technical background—are informed, engaged, and heard.
Core Responsibilities
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Community Engagement: Lead local outreach efforts and act as the primary point of contact for residents in the North Shore (SI), Ironbound (Newark), and Elizabeth port communities.
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Technical Translation: Distill complex Zero-Emission (ZE) concepts—such as "Rubber Tired Gantry Crane power systems" or "pneumatic cement haulers"—into simple, everyday language that is accessible to all residents.
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Regulatory Compliance: Apply knowledge of Title VI and the Safe Harbor provision to translate "Vital Documents" according to EPA guidelines.
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Environmental Justice Advocacy: Utilize your experience with "Justice40" and disadvantaged communities to ensure project benefits are equitable and transparent.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Political Science, Public Policy, Urban Planning, or Environmental Science, preferred.
- NYC/NYS/NJ Public Agency Experience such as PANYNJ, MTA, NYSDOT, NYCDOT, NJDOT
- PANYNJ Experience Preferred
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Bilingual Proficiency (Mandatory): Native-level fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is required to effectively serve our target communities.
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Environmental Justice (EJ) Experience: A proven track record of working with disadvantaged communities on large-scale infrastructure projects.
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Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to explain technical engineering or environmental concepts to a non-technical audience.
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Compliance Expertise: Familiarity with federal EPA guidelines regarding Limited English Proficiency and the translation of vital project documentation.
Compensation: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
About us
Building with purpose, crafting with excellence
With a strong foundation built on experience, integrity, and innovation, we take pride in delivering high-quality construction solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients.
Mission
Our mission is to strengthen New York and deliver exceptional construction management services. We are committed to high-quality project delivery that meet the evolving needs of our clients, while maintaining the highest standards of efficiency.
Vision
We aspire to strengthen the future of New York, where construction is smarter, more sustainable, and deeply connected to the communities we support. By combining engineering expertise with forward-thinking technology, we deliver lasting value.
Mission
Our mission is to strengthen New York and deliver exceptional construction management services. We are committed to high-quality project delivery that meet the evolving needs of our clients, while maintaining the highest standards of efficiency.
Vision
We aspire to strengthen the future of New York, where construction is smarter, more sustainable, and deeply connected to the communities we support. By combining engineering expertise with forward-thinking technology, we deliver lasting value.
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