Senior Communications Strategist: Public Affairs & Media

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Suffolk (VA); Presencial; USD 69.000 - 112.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Commonwealth of Virginia Careers is seeking a seasoned communications professional to support VDOT across internal and external channels. You will execute strategic plans, manage media relations, and maintain publications and online content for diverse audiences.

The role emphasizes clear writing, AP style, CMS proficiency, and the ability to work independently or with teams, including crisis communications and event support.

Formación

• Ability to maintain websites and CMS.
• Ability to organize and synthesize complex issues into clear content.
• Ability to positively represent VDOT plans to media and public.
• Ability to understand and anticipate news media needs.
• Work independently and collaboratively and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work in emergency situations, including weekends.

Responsabilidades

• Execute strategic communications plans statewide and for districts/regions.
• Support VDOT leaders and staff regarding internal and external communications.
• Establish relationships with media and oversee publications and web content.
• Develop news and publication sources as assigned; write/edit materials.

Conocimientos

Media relations

Public speaking

News writing

CMS content management

Editing

AP style

Interviews

Team collaboration

Deadline driven

Educación

Diploma/degree in Communications or related field

Herramientas

Canva

MS Office

Adobe suite

Video editing software

Descripción del empleo

Commonwealth of Virginia Careers is seeking a seasoned communications professional to support VDOT across internal and external channels. You will execute strategic plans, manage media relations, and maintain publications and online content for diverse audiences.

The role emphasizes clear writing, AP style, CMS proficiency, and the ability to work independently or with teams, including crisis communications and event support.