Communications & Public Involvement Director
Communications & Public Involvement Director
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DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION
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COMMUNICATIONS & PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT DIRECTOR
Communications & Public Involvement
206 S. 17th Ave.
Phoenix AZ 85007
Salary Range: $132000 -$142000
Anticipated Salary: $137000.24
Grade: 28
Closing Date: 08/25/2025
The Communications and Public Involvement Director leads the ADOTs Communications and Public Involvement groups; including public information internal communications employee engagement and recognition community relations major projects creative services and digital communications. Directs the operations of a high volume communications division; such as the development of work plans for public information programs creative campaigns media strategy project public involvement community outreach and internal communication and engagement campaigns for ADOT employees. Develops performance standards and reports measurable activities and accomplishments in accordance with an annual work plan. This position supervises managers and staff by directing coaching and evaluating performance including strategic planning and goals performance management leadership development and employee professional development.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the departments business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility autonomy and trust. Across our many agencies boards and commissions many State employees participate in the States Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes in offices and in hoteling spaces. All work including remote work should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
Provide senior leadership to the Communications and Public Involvement group including public information internal communications employee engagement and recognition community relations major projects creative services and digital communications to meet ADOTs communication goals and objectives in coordination with ADOT leadership.
Provide high-level guidance and strategy of key messaging for the purpose of responding to media and public inquiries. Work with ADOT staff to develop messages and communication strategies for key issues facing the Department or Administration. Act as lead communications liaison with the Governors communications team.
Serve as the primary communications stakeholder for all divisions and groups within the Department. Establish and maintain regular and proactive communications among the divisions and groups within ADOT to respond to media inquiries and internal communications research ongoing projects oversee campaign development engage the public and employees and stay informed of ADOT activities and issues.
Knowledge of:
- In depth knowledge of public relations strategies media relations crisis communication and effective messaging techniques.
- Understanding of government structures at different levels - federal state and local policy-making processes and relevant legislation.
- Familiarity with various digital channels including social media websites and email marketing.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
- Associated Press style.
- Regional issues and stakeholders.
- Public records laws.
Skill in:
- Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets and journalists.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills to produce clear concise and engaging content.
- Strong presentation and public speaking skills to effectively convey information to diverse audiences.
- Manage multiple communication projects simultaneously meeting deadlines and staying within budget.
- Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to:
- Lead and motivate a team of communication professionals.
- Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Identify and resolve communication challenges and crises.
- Adapt to changing communication landscapes and technologies.
- Analyze data identify trends and make data-driven decisions.
- Work effectively with other departments and agencies.
Five (5) years of experience in journalism media relations public information and/or public relation.
Experience leading a team in public relations/public information environment.
Bachelors degree in Journalism broadcast journalism communications or a closely related field: advanced degree in a related field of study.
This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current valid class-appropriate drivers license complete all required training and successfully pass all necessary drivers license record checks. The license must be current unexpired and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to drivers license record checks must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R.11).
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance deferred compensation plans and supplemental life insurance
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule employees enjoy improved work/life balance report higher job satisfaction and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page
Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.
For questions about this career opportunity please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at or phone call at option 2.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
