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Current openings
Graphic Designer and Communications Coordinator
We're looking for a highly organized and creative Graphic Designer and Communications Coordinator who can keep projects moving while bringing information to life through thoughtful visual storytelling. Working with teams across the company, this person will coordinate communications and engagement initiatives, create compelling print and digital materials, and help ensure our work is clear, accessible and meaningful for the diverse communities we serve throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington.
Coordinator
JLA is seeking a full-time Coordinator who is highly organized, has excellent communication skills, is a strong writer and is proficient in prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment. We’re looking for someone committed to providing excellent customer service and problem-solving skills to help Oregon and SW Washington’s diverse communities learn about and influence various governmental decisions. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and writer who can effectively work with clients, community members, and colleagues, translating complex information into clear, accessible language. They are professional, attentive, accurate and willing to meet each challenge directly.
About JLA
Founded in 1988, JLA Public Involvement is a leading public involvement consulting firm in the Pacific Northwest. We help people communicate with and influence local, regional, and state government and non-profit projects that affect their everyday lives. We’re not advocates for an outcome, but rather champions for a fair and equitable process that empowers, educates, and involves the community in ways that help our clients meet their goals of serving the public good. We are “public process specialists,” dedicated to building constructive two-way communication between government agencies and the communities affected by their planning and decision-making efforts.
JLA is a small, women-owned firm in Portland, Oregon. We help people communicate with and influence local, regional, and state government and non-profit projects that affect their everyday lives. We’re not advocates for an outcome, but rather champions for a fair and equitable process that empowers, educates, and involves the community in ways that help our clients meet their goals of serving the public good.
Studies show that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they can meet every experience or skill listed in the job description. However, we know that each new JLA staffer brings unique skills (some that we haven’t considered) to our collaborative team. If we sound like a good fit, we’re interested to hear what you can bring to the role.
Get in touch!
We love learning about people—so let’s start a conversation! If you have questions about the jobs listed above or other roles you could fill at JLA, please reach out.
Traci Galbraith Managing Director
info@jla.us.com
What it’s like to work with us
There’s always something new
We work for a variety of public clients, topic areas, and project types (construction, design, policy), so there is always something new to learn.
We believe in what we do
Our work helps create a better life for people living and working in Oregon and SW Washington by supporting transportation, water, wastewater, park, and other beneficial projects.
We want new ideas
We value and encourage collaboration and creative problem solving. We want to ask questions, to grow, and help provide new and better solutions to how we engage and communicate with communities.
We want you to grow
You will have opportunities for continued education, training, promotion, and personal growth.
We have a good time
We have a fun, values-based, close-knit community.
We’re flexible
We support home/off-hours and are a family-friendly company. We take care of one another with clear communication, honesty, integrity, and a passion for pitching in for the team.