Summary
Description
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
At Jacobs, we challenge what’s currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them – people.
Jacobs has an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated and experienced Public Information Officer to support our outsourced Public Works contract with the City of Centennial, CO. In the role, you will provide a wide variety of communications and public engagement support across Public Works Service areas.
The ideal candidate will exercise sound judgment, handles complex and sensitive issues with professionalism and work independently to achieve assignment outcomes. This position serves as a key liaison between City departments, the public, and Jacobs project staff, providing responsive, accurate and effective communication.
Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you – and deliver the world’s most challenging Operations Management projects, together.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Conducts research, writes reports, creates forms, and prepares correspondence to support Jacobs service areas
• Reviews the City’s website regularly to identify and coordinate updates.
• Coordinates communications for special projects and/or events.
• Plans, facilitates and participates in public meetings; facilitates small group sessions; attends policy meetings, executive staff meetings, and conferences with professional organizations.
• Facilitates delivery of communication plans for Public Works projects, programs and policies that are multichannel, maintaining digital accessibility for people with disabilities.
• Develops and distributes public information materials, including press releases, media advisories, websites, fact sheets, newsletters, brochures, reports, mailers, surveys, informational publications and other public-facing project collateral and informational tools, including crisis management.
• Works collaboratively with co-workers across departments and with other government agencies.
• Maintains accurate files, records, databases and contact lists; generates reports as needed.
• Conducts research and gathers information for outreach about upcoming and ongoing projects.
• Supports in department- and citywide outreach events as assigned.
• Supports the client with journalist interface.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Here's what you'll need
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in public affairs, public information, editorial, television, public relations, digital engagement or similar work.
• Working knowledge of Graphic design and social media platforms i.e., NextDoor, Twitter, Facebook.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and Outlook) and the ability to operate other standard office equipment.
• Support the client Website data systems.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with employees, government officials, and the public.
• Must possess and maintain a current driver’s license with no major infractions.
• Must be capable of driving a company vehicle in the performance of the duties contained herein.
Ideally, You'll Also Have:
• Associate’s degree in office communications, Administration, Business, or specialized general office or clerical training.
• Vast knowledge of government or municipal services in Public Works, Code Enforcement, Police and Fire services.
Working Conditions:
Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $82,000.00 to $82,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on February 06, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
