Public Information Specialist

State of Montana • Helena, MT

2d • 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 [e-mail] .

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. This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.
• 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.
• Driver’s record will be verified.
• Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant’s permanent driving records.
• Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level