JOB POSTING
PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST
Public Affairs Specialist- Portland
Natural Resource Group, LLC (NRG) is seeking a Public Affairs Specialist with a strategic,
client-focused mindset and demonstrated expertise in public affairs, public relations,
government affairs, community relations, and/or media relations. This position will be located in
NRG’s Portland office. Experience in the energy industry is extremely desirable. As a company,
our primary service areas focus on public affairs and environmental consulting to clients who
are engaged in the development or expansion of small to large-scale energy projects which
demand strong stakeholder involvement and well developed communication strategies. Our
clients, based throughout the US and Canada, range from companies with full, in-house public
affairs capabilities to a staff of one person. The services our clients are looking for range from
an established set of public affairs-related tasks to comprehensive strategic plan development
and management and implementation of all tactics. The individual will be involved in the
coordination, management and implementation of specific public affairs activities in support of
these services.
Primary responsibilities include:
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Working with other NRG staff to coordinate and implement public consultation programs
involving stakeholder outreach with landowners, general public, elected officials, media,
and advocacy groups at all levels.
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Writing and editing project plans and informational materials, e.g., fact sheets, letters,
newsletters, brochures, ad copy, display copy, and Website copy
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Working with vendors in the development and coordination of project-specific support
elements including designing displays, newsletters, etc.
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Managing and coordinating project logistics and working with other team members on
project team meetings, stakeholder outreach, training, events, public meetings, open
houses, working/advisory groups, tracking, and recording stakeholder contacts and
issues.
MINNEAPOLIS  HOUSTON  DENVER  PROVIDENCE  CHARLOTTE
PORTLAND  LAS VEGAS  SYRACUSE  PITTSBURGH  ATLANTA
Tel: (612) 347-6789
Fax: (612) 347-6780
Web: www.NRG-LLC.com
E-mail: Careers@NRG-LLC.com
Natural Resource Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
JOB POSTING
PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST
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Researching and analyzing project or community-related issues through media
monitoring, Internet research and other sources as part of the issues management
process.
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Tracking stakeholder communications and issues, including developing reports
summarizing key findings and trends as they relate to stakeholder engagement and
integrating them into public consultation strategies and tactics.
As part of a growing service area, the role will also involve supporting the development and
production of new business proposals, budgets and contracts; and conducting industry research
in support of client projects and business development efforts. This position will involve
occasional travel, typically less than 20 percent of the time.
Required Qualifications
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5-8 years of applicable experience – preferably in a public affairs capacity, public
relations firm or similar; energy industry experience/knowledge desired
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BA/BS degree in communications, public affairs, public relations, community relations
or journalism field of study preferred
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Excellent written and verbal skills; conversant with AP Stylebook
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Experience with the planning and implementation of public consultation programs and
writing and producing informational material
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Independent multi-tasker with impeccable attention to detail
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Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
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Strong ability to organize, prioritize and complete deadline-driven tasks
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Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and deadlines
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High degree of comfort working on multiple projects simultaneously
MINNEAPOLIS  HOUSTON  DENVER  PROVIDENCE  CHARLOTTE
PORTLAND  LAS VEGAS  SYRACUSE  PITTSBURGH  ATLANTA
Tel: (612) 347-6789
Fax: (612) 347-6780
Web: www.NRG-LLC.com
E-mail: Careers@NRG-LLC.com
Natural Resource Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
JOB POSTING
PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST
Note: Please upload and attach cover letter and resume as one document.
Natural Resource Group, LLC will not sponsor an employment visa (e.g., H-1B visa, etc.) to fill
this position.
Company Overview:
Natural Resource Group, LLC (NRG), headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a consulting
firm focused solely on serving clients in the energy industry throughout North America. Founded
in 1992, NRG has employees in ten office locations including Atlanta, Charlotte, Denver,
Houston, Las Vegas, Minneapolis, Pittsburgh, Portland, Providence, and Syracuse. NRG
provides an array of services to clients in the oil and gas, electric transmission and generation,
and renewables and climate change industries including feasibility and routing, public affairs,
GIS and data management, operational compliance, permitting and field surveys, and
environmental inspection.
Our benefits package, available to both full-time and part-time staff, is designed to recognize
and reward employee contributions to our success. We offer employee incentive pay programs,
flexible work schedules, modern offices, company-paid parking or transportation passes, health
care, dental, vision, life and disability plans, paid time off, 401k and social outings for staff and
their families. Employees are recognized for what they bring to the company and deliver to our
clients every day.
Looking to be a part of an innovative and established organization that prioritizes its employees
and is also admired by clients? Visit www.NRG-LLC.com for opportunities.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action: Women, minorities, the disabled and
veterans are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Method of Application:
MINNEAPOLIS  HOUSTON  DENVER  PROVIDENCE  CHARLOTTE
PORTLAND  LAS VEGAS  SYRACUSE  PITTSBURGH  ATLANTA
Tel: (612) 347-6789
Fax: (612) 347-6780
Web: www.NRG-LLC.com
E-mail: Careers@NRG-LLC.com
Natural Resource Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
JOB POSTING
PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST
Please submit cover letter and resume electronically via the link below. Upload and attach
resume and cover letter as one document.
https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=10654731
To view this job posting on our web site, go to www.NRG-LLC.com and select
Join our Team  Team Opportunities Portland. If you have further questions regarding this
career opportunity, please email careers@nrg-llc.com.
MINNEAPOLIS  HOUSTON  DENVER  PROVIDENCE  CHARLOTTE
PORTLAND  LAS VEGAS  SYRACUSE  PITTSBURGH  ATLANTA
Tel: (612) 347-6789
Fax: (612) 347-6780
Web: www.NRG-LLC.com
E-mail: Careers@NRG-LLC.com
Natural Resource Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer