Strategic Communications Leader

Regional Transportation Commission - Washoe; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 95,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County in Nevada is recruiting for a Communications Manager to provide strategic leadership over internal and external communications, public information, government affairs, branding, and digital initiatives.

The ideal candidate will guide the communications strategy, manage a multidisciplinary team, and partner with executive leadership to align communications with the agency's strategic plan.

Qualifications

• Six years of progressively responsible communications experience, including two years in a supervisory role.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement RTC's comprehensive communications strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and Board direction.
• Create and manage the department's annual communications work plan, establishing priorities, timelines, and measurable outcomes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Communications team while fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Establish department workflows, project intake processes, and operational efficiencies that improve communication and service delivery across the agency.
• Partner with departments to develop strategic communications that support agency initiatives, projects, public engagement, and organizational goals.
• Serve as a strategic communications advisor to executive leadership, providing guidance on messaging, stakeholder engagement, and sensitive communications.
• Oversee media relations, public information, government affairs, branding, website content, digital communications, graphic design, publications, and marketing initiatives.
• Coordinate communications supporting the RTC Board of Commissioners and build productive relationships with elected officials, community partners, media organizations, and governmental agencies.
• Monitor communications performance, recommend innovative solutions, and ensure compliance with public records laws, accessibility requirements, and branding standards.
• Manage the department budget, consultant contracts, and special communications projects.

Skills

Strategic communications

Public relations

Government affairs

Team leadership

Branding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Job description

Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County in Nevada is recruiting for a Communications Manager to provide strategic leadership over internal and external communications, public information, government affairs, branding, and digital initiatives.

The ideal candidate will guide the communications strategy, manage a multidisciplinary team, and partner with executive leadership to align communications with the agency's strategic plan.