Information Communition Specialist II

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

Communications Office

Job Classification Title

Information & Communications Spec II (NS)

Position Number

60017367

Grade

NC13

About Us

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

The Communications Officer position (located in Castle Hayne, NC) will serve as the main communications officer, writer, media relations coordinator, marketer, photographer, videographer and spokesperson for the state’s transportation Highway Divisions 2 and 3. This position involves planning, developing, executing and evaluating communication strategies and plans that promote the department and its programs to both internal and external audiences. This employee reports directly to the Assistant Director of Communications.

The employee is responsible for writing news releases, articles, and communication related materials. This employee will also be responsible for shooting, editing and producing video stories, social content and other multimedia elements that support the mission of NCDOT and Highway Divisions 2 and 3. Additionally, this position will serve as the primary public outreach representative for the divisions.

This position will update and maintain public-facing project information, help gather information for public records requests and be in an on-call rotation. This position will assist the Communications Office during crisis situations.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC13 $ 48,222 – $ 84,388

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Demonstrated ability to write and edit using AP Style;
• Demonstrated ability to understand and synthesize complex information and write in a clear, succinct, storytelling style;
• Experience with media relations, including on-camera experience;
• Photo and video shooting, editing and storytelling
• Knowledge of social media platforms including Facebook, X, Nextdoor and YouTube;
• Skills in organization and demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines;
• Experience in content management systems (Sprout Social, Meltwater, SharePoint, Drupal) and Microsoft Office

Additional Expectations:

• Flexibility to travel and adjust work schedule to meet the needs of large-scale projects and crisis situations.
• Writing Samples Required

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, media journalism, English, or a related field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in communications, public relations, or publicity work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Robin Scott

Email:

DOT-WorkdayJobRecruitment@ncdot.gov