Engagement Specialist

The Engagement Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing internal and external events and activities to engage clients, stakeholders, industry partners, employees, and advocates. The position implements outreach initiatives that enhance organizational visibility, strengthen industry relationships, and support strategic business objectives across the U.S. The Engagement Specialist serves as the central coordinator for trade shows, conferences, sponsor ships, client events, volunteer programs, and employee-focused activities, ensuring all engagement efforts are aligned with Transdev’s vision, purpose, priorities, and brand standards.

The position collaborates with division and department leaders to develop and manage annual engagement calendars, event logistics, budgets, promotional materials, and branded merchandise. The role evaluates the effectiveness of engagement activities and prepares after-action reports. The position is also responsible for facilitating Transdev’s presence within target markets by supporting speaking engagements, thought leadership initiatives, award submissions, and sponsorship opportunities. The engagement specialist also supports the development and implementation of marketing and communications initiatives and action plans.

Annual Salary Range : $58,000-$72,000

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks

-Sick days: 5 days

Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating

Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

• Lead community engagement initiatives that strengthen relationships with industry partners, clients, and community organizations
• Develop and manage annual community outreach and engagement calendars that align with organizational priorities
• Facilitate and promote employee recognition programs, engagement initiatives, volunteer activities, and culture-building events
• Coordinate the planning and execution of trade shows, conferences, sponsor ships, client events, and industry engagement opportunities across all business lines
• Monitor and evaluate engagement activities, participation metrics, and sponsorship outcomes
• Track event and sponsorship budgets
• Coordinate the development and distribution of branded promotional items to support Business Development, employee engagement, recruitment, and community outreach
• Partner with internal stakeholders to identify, evaluate, and prioritize engagement and outreach opportunities
• Coordinate trade show logistics, booth design and production, sponsorship fulfillment, advertising placements, attendee engagement activities, and client hospitality events
• Support the development of event collateral, including invitations, know-before-you-go communications, promotional materials, signage, and giveaways
• Monitor industry conference opportunities and coordinate submission of speaker proposals, panel abstracts, award nominations, white papers, and thought leadership content in coordination with external communications
• Facilitate collaboration with subject-matter experts and business leaders to secure speaking engagements and elevate organizational visibility within target industries
• Track engagement activities and contacts using Transdev’s customer relationship management (CRM) portal
• Support client and customer engagement activities as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, sales, hospitality management, or related field
• Three or more years of relevant experience in a corporate environment
• Transportation and/or public transit experience preferred
• Proven ability to…