Public Information Specialist

City of Tucson•Houston, TX

2d•$27 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Information Specialist position at the City of Tucson’s Department of Transportation and Mobility is responsible for supporting the City’s initiatives, fostering effective communication and engagement with Ward offices, constituents, businesses, and other local communities. This position manages project outreach, coordinates events, media inquiries, and maintains clear and timely communication with all stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Three (3) years of relevant experience
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Valid and unrestricted Driver License with two (2) years of licensed driving is required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications or related field.
Fluency in both written and spoken English and Spanish

Responsibilities

Produces and distributes information about transportation initiatives, projects and services.
Attends design and construction project meetings gathering information, asking questions and providing updates to the public about project impacts.
Provides support during evenings and at weekend events to assist with sign-in, photographs activities of events and provides communication support.
Attends Special Events Review Committee (SERC) meetings to discuss upcoming events and traffic impacts.
Reviews and comments on the event traffic control plan to ensure constituents maintain necessary access during events.
Designs project fact sheets, surveys and other materials for events.
Coordinates giveaways and manages outreach materials such as postcards, yard signs and newsletters to keep the public informed about project developments.
Coordinates with consultants, department staff and food vendors to finalize event schedules and logistics.
Prepares informational materials related to Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, for public events to ensure accessibility and public awareness.
Collects, scans and uploads completed surveys following events.
Coordinates, drafts, designs, revises and proofreads outreach materials for events, yard signs, news releases, notification letters, social media posts and project websites.
Creates and cultivates relationships with Ward offices, community members and groups impacted by transportation projects.
Collaborates and communicates with Ward offices and the community regarding outreach and shares information about upcoming transportation events.
Coordinates and designs graphic content for general social media.
Schedules social media posts across all official City of Tucson and Department of Transportation and Mobility platforms.
Films and edits educational videos to promote the department’s efforts and initiatives.
Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.