Public Communications & Engagement Strategist

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 86,593,000 - 108,169,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) is seeking a Communications & Engagement Specialist to advance OPWC's public voice across social platforms, newsletters, annual reports and the website, promoting infrastructure projects and Clean Ohio programs to communities statewide.

You will create multimedia content from funded projects, draft press materials, coordinate with leadership on media inquiries, and collaborate with district offices to share timely information while supporting core

Qualifications

• Outstanding Writing & Editing: convey technical public infrastructure information clearly and compellingly.
• Multi-Platform Digital Production: manage social media, email marketing, website CMS, and digital tools.
• Creative Technical Skills: graphic design, photography, video/audio production.
• Strategic Editorial Judgment: choose messages and channels for impact.
• Collaboration & Adaptability: work across disciplines with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Advance Our Public Voice: multi-platform strategy across social media, e-newsletters, annual reports and website to promote Ohio’s infrastructure and Clean Ohio programs.
• Create Engaging Multimedia: turn funding data into visual stories using video, photography, graphic design and feature articles highlighting local projects.
• Lead Public & Media Outreach: draft press releases, training materials, and assist leadership with media inquiries.
• Connect with Stakeholders: attend district workshops and events to represent OPWC and collaborate with Public Information Officer networks.
• Support Core Operations: maintain public GIS mapping data and pull programmatic reports.

Skills

Outstanding Writing

Multi-Platform Digital Production

Creative Technical Skills

Strategic Editorial Judgment

Collaboration & Adaptability

Education

Undergraduate core program in journalism, communications, public relations or public administration

Tools

CMS (Content Management System)

Job description

The Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) is seeking a Communications & Engagement Specialist to advance OPWC's public voice across social platforms, newsletters, annual reports and the website, promoting infrastructure projects and Clean Ohio programs to communities statewide.

You will create multimedia content from funded projects, draft press materials, coordinate with leadership on media inquiries, and collaborate with district offices to share timely information while supporting core