Community Engagement Coordinator
Insight Global
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Job overview
Insight Global is hiring a Community Engagement Coordinator. The Community Engagement Site Coordinator serves as the primary liaison between the data center construction team and local community stakeholders, supporting outreach, workforce development, local hiring, public engagement, and communication initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.
Key focus areas include Serve as primary point of contact for community organizations and stakeholders, Build and maintain relationships with community leaders and local businesses, and Coordinate outreach initiatives that promote community involvement and project awareness.
Important skills include Communication, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Abilities, Excel, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint. Preferred (not required): Event Coordination, Relationship Management, Project Administration, and Communication & Presentation Skills.
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Full job description
Job Description
Community Engagement Site Coordinator
Data Center Construction Project
Position Summary
The Community Engagement Site Coordinator serves as the primary liaison between the construction project team, local community stakeholders, workforce partners, educational institutions, government agencies, and client representatives. This role is responsible for supporting community outreach initiatives, workforce development programs, local hiring efforts, public engagement activities, and communication strategies throughout the lifecycle of a data center construction project.
The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator who can build strong relationships, coordinate community programs, and help ensure the project maintains a positive presence within the surrounding community.
Key Responsibilities
Community Outreach & Engagement
Serve as a primary point of contact for community organizations, local stakeholders, and workforce development partners.
Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and local businesses.
Coordinate outreach initiatives that promote community involvement and project awareness.
Support community events, public meetings, open houses, and project-related engagement activities.
Represent the project professionally during community interactions and stakeholder meetings.
Workforce Development & Local Hiring
Support local workforce development programs and skilled trades initiatives.
Coordinate with workforce agencies, trade schools, colleges, and apprenticeship programs.
Assist with promoting local employment opportunities associated with the project.
Track workforce participation metrics and community hiring goals.
Help facilitate career fairs, recruiting events, and workforce training initiatives.
Stakeholder Communication
Prepare and distribute project communications, newsletters, and community updates.
Coordinate responses to community inquiries and concerns.
Maintain communication logs and stakeholder contact databases.
Assist leadership in communicating project milestones, impacts, and community benefits.
Ensure communication efforts align with client and company objectives.
Event Planning & Coordination
Organize community engagement events, volunteer activities, educational tours, and workforce development programs.
Coordinate schedules, logistics, vendors, and event materials.
Track attendance and participation metrics for community programs.
Support project leadership during public-facing events and presentations.
Assist with preparation of event reports and post-event feedback.
Reporting & Data Management
Maintain records related to community outreach activities and workforce initiatives.
Track key performance indicators related to local hiring, workforce development, and community engagement.
Prepare reports and presentations for project leadership and clients.
Manage stakeholder databases and communication records.
Assist with documentation required for client reporting and compliance initiatives.
Client & Public Relations Support
Support implementation of project-specific community engagement strategies.
Promote positive relationships between the project and surrounding communities.
Coordinate charitable initiatives, volunteer opportunities, and community partnerships.
Assist with public relations efforts connected to project milestones and community investment activities.
Ensure all engagement activities reflect company values and client expectations.
Administrative Support
Schedule meetings and coordinate stakeholder engagement activities.
Prepare meeting agendas, notes, and follow-up action items.
Maintain project calendars related to community outreach initiatives.
Support budget tracking for engagement programs and events.
Manage administrative tasks associated with workforce and community programs.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Community Development, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
2+ years of experience in community engagement, stakeholder relations, workforce development, project coordination, public relations, or related fields.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong relationship-building and interpersonal abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting construction, infrastructure, energy, technology, or economic development projects.
Experience working with workforce development organizations, educational institutions, or government agencies.
Familiarity with local hiring initiatives and community investment programs.
Event planning and public engagement experience.
Experience supporting data center, industrial, or large-scale construction projects.
Key Skills
Community Engagement
Stakeholder Relations
Workforce Development
Public Relations
Event Coordination
Relationship Management
Project Administration
Communication & Presentation Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Reporting & Data Tracking
Problem Solving
Organization & Time Management
Career Path
This role provides valuable experience in community relations, workforce development, and project stakeholder management and can progress into:
Senior Community Engagement Coordinator
Community Relations Manager
Workforce Development Manager
Economic Development Manager
External Affairs Manager
Community Engagement Director
This position is ideal for a professional who enjoys building relationships, supporting workforce initiatives, and helping create positive, long-term partnerships between large-scale data center construction projects and the communities they serve.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
Skills and Requirements
Community Engagement Site Coordinator
Data Center Construction Project
Position Summary
The Community Engagement Site Coordinator serves as the primary liaison between the construction project team, local community stakeholders, workforce partners, educational institutions, government agencies, and client representatives. This role is responsible for supporting community outreach initiatives, workforce development programs, local hiring efforts, public engagement activities, and communication strategies throughout the lifecycle of a data center construction project.
The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator who can build strong relationships, coordinate community programs, and help ensure the project maintains a positive presence within the surrounding community.
Key Responsibilities
Community Outreach & Engagement
Serve as a primary point of contact for community organizations, local stakeholders, and workforce development partners.
Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and local businesses.
Coordinate outreach initiatives that promote community involvement and project awareness.
Support community events, public meetings, open houses, and project-related engagement activities.
Represent the project professionally during community interactions and stakeholder meetings.
Workforce Development & Local Hiring
Support local workforce development programs and skilled trades initiatives.
Coordinate with workforce agencies, trade schools, colleges, and apprenticeship programs.
Assist with promoting local employment opportunities associated with the project.
Track workforce participation metrics and community hiring goals.
Help facilitate career fairs, recruiting events, and workforce training initiatives.
Stakeholder Communication
Prepare and distribute project communications, newsletters, and community updates.
Coordinate responses to community inquiries and concerns.
Maintain communication logs and stakeholder contact databases.
Assist leadership in communicating project milestones, impacts, and community benefits.
Ensure communication efforts align with client and company objectives.
Event Planning & Coordination
Organize community engagement events, volunteer activities, educational tours, and workforce development programs.
Coordinate schedules, logistics, vendors, and event materials.
Track attendance and participation metrics for community programs.
Support project leadership during public-facing events and presentations.
Assist with preparation of event reports and post-event feedback.
Reporting & Data Management
Maintain records related to community outreach activities and workforce initiatives.
Track key performance indicators related to local hiring, workforce development, and community engagement.
Prepare reports and presentations for project leadership and clients.
Manage stakeholder databases and communication records.
Assist with documentation required for client reporting and compliance initiatives.
Client & Public Relations Support
Support implementation of project-specific community engagement strategies.
Promote positive relationships between the project and surrounding communities.
Coordinate charitable initiatives, volunteer opportunities, and community partnerships.
Assist with public relations efforts connected to project milestones and community investment activities.
Ensure all engagement activities reflect company values and client expectations.
Administrative Support
Schedule meetings and coordinate stakeholder engagement activities.
Prepare meeting agendas, notes, and follow-up action items.
Maintain project calendars related to community outreach initiatives.
Support budget tracking for engagement programs and events.
Manage administrative tasks associated with workforce and community programs.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Community Development, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
2+ years of experience in community engagement, stakeholder relations, workforce development, project coordination, public relations, or related fields.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong relationship-building and interpersonal abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting construction, infrastructure, energy, technology, or economic development projects.
Experience working with workforce development organizations, educational institutions, or government agencies.
Familiarity with local hiring initiatives and community investment programs.
Event planning and public engagement experience.
Experience supporting data center, industrial, or large-scale construction projects.
Key Skills
Community Engagement
Stakeholder Relations
Workforce Development
Public Relations
Event Coordination
Relationship Management
Project Administration
Communication & Presentation Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Reporting & Data Tracking
Problem Solving
Organization & Time Management
Career Path
This role provides valuable experience in community relations, workforce development, and project stakeholder management and can progress into:
Senior Community Engagement Coordinator
Community Relations Manager
Workforce Development Manager
Economic Development Manager
External Affairs Manager
Community Engagement Director
This position is ideal for a professional who enjoys building relationships, supporting workforce initiatives, and helping create positive, long-term partnerships between large-scale data center construction projects and the communities they serve.
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