Communications Specialist Series - Kansas City District

State-of-Missour; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Paid leave and holidays

Health insurance coverage

Job summary

State-of-Missour is seeking a communications specialist to handle routine entry-level communications tasks, including publications, website content, and outreach. The role involves coordinating projects and producing multimedia content for public audiences, under moderate supervision.

The position may be entry-level, intermediate, or senior based on skills, with potential career ladder advancement without exclusive interviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• Or four years of experience in communications related positions.
• Travel statewide may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares releases on traffic impacts, department activities, and public relations events.
• Assists with department events, special projects and campaigns.
• Supports internal/external communications, newsletters and social media content.

Skills

Communications

Journalism

Marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Journalism/Marketing

Four years of communications experience

Job description

Posting closes on 11/01/2026

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: Kansas City District Office - 600 NE Colbern Rd., Lee's Summit, MO 64086

Why you'll love this position:

The communications specialist performs routine entry-level communications activities related to the development of department publications, website editorial content, and other information for internal and external audiences; helps coordinate special communications and outreach projects. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level, intermediate or senior level, based on your skills and experience. This opening is for one of ourCAREER-LADDERpositions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

What you'll do:

• Prepares new releases regarding traffic impacts, department activities, and public relations events for dissemination.
• Assists with department events, special projects and campaigns.
• Supports internal stakeholders and departments with internal/external communication, newsletter and social media content.
• Coordinates public involvement opportunities based on assigned projects; collaborates with multiple internal and external stakeholders, and develops project-specific content.
• Develops website content, social media content, brochures, handouts, newsletters, and other publicity material; designs and publishes written materials.
• Writes feature stories for department publications.
• Creates and shares multi-media content, such as video updates, photos, and graphics related to construction projects and department activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree: Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field, OR
  Four years of experience in communications related positions.

Special Working Conditions:

• Job requires occasional, statewide, travel.

More reasons to love this position:

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE.

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

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