Public Information Specialist

State of Montana•Helena, MT

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Public Information Specialist. This position plans and implements strategies to inform and engage the public regarding highway project development and delivery, build awareness and understanding of MDT processes and programs, and strengthen MDT’s brand and reputation. Works closely with engineering Project Development and Delivery (PD&D) staff and district staff to implement public involvement plans specific to highway and bridge project development, maintenance, and construction. Responsible for developing and disseminating information in a variety of forms that is relevant, timely, and accurate as well as consistent with MDT quality, brand, and messaging standards. This position reports to the Public Information Officer and does not supervise others. For a full job description, please contact Alycia Gereg at [email protected]. Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include: · Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance · Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available · Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance · Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families · State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation) · Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek · Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays · Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness · Benefits apply on first day of employment · Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values Required Application Materials: · A resume detailing your qualifications and work history. · A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position. Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.” If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field. Or 4 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
2 years of experience in in public relations, communications, or media related work including: developing paid and earned multi-media public information campaigns, content creation, and media placement.
Alternative combinations of related experience and education may be considered.
Knowledge of the principles of communications and public relations.
Knowledge of marketing, social media, strategic planning, persuasive writing, research, and public speaking.
Skills in creating content and design of communication materials.
Skills in proofreading and editing content, message, and design of print and electronic materials to ensure quality, accuracy, clarity, relevance, and consistency.

Responsibilities

Plans and implements strategies to inform and engage the public regarding highway project development and delivery
Build awareness and understanding of MDT processes and programs
Strengthen MDT’s brand and reputation
Works closely with engineering Project Development and Delivery (PD&D) staff and district staff to implement public involvement plans specific to highway and bridge project development, maintenance, and construction
Responsible for developing and disseminating information in a variety of forms that is relevant, timely, and accurate as well as consistent with MDT quality, brand, and messaging standards

Benefits

Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Benefits apply on first day of employment
Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer