Strategic Infrastructure Communications Specialist

Ohio Public Works Commission; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 86,538,000 - 108,169,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Public Works Commission in Columbus, Ohio seeks a Communications & Engagement Specialist to advance the public voice of infrastructure funding. You will build a multi-platform strategy across social media, newsletters, annual reports, and our website to highlight Clean Ohio programs and local projects.

You will create engaging multimedia, lead media outreach, and collaborate with district and statewide partners. Strong writing, editorial judgment, and project management are essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of an undergraduate core program in journalism, communications, public relations, public administration, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in professional communications, multi-media content development, public relations, or public sector outreach (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Advance Our Public Voice: Build and execute a multi-platform strategy across social media, e-newsletters, annual reports, and our website.
• Create Engaging Multimedia: Produce visual stories using video, photography, design, and articles.
• Lead Public & Media Outreach: Draft press releases and create training materials, assist leadership with inquiries.
• Connect with Stakeholders: Represent OPWC at district events and networks.
• Support Core Operations: Maintain public GIS mapping data and pull programmatic reports.

Skills

Outstanding writing & editing

Multi-platform digital production

Creative technical skills

Strategic editorial judgment

Collaboration & adaptability

Education

Undergraduate core program in journalism/ Communications/ PR

Tools

Marketing

Social Media Management

Visual Design

Web Design

Job description

Ohio Public Works Commission in Columbus, Ohio seeks a Communications & Engagement Specialist to advance the public voice of infrastructure funding. You will build a multi-platform strategy across social media, newsletters, annual reports, and our website to highlight Clean Ohio programs and local projects.

You will create engaging multimedia, lead media outreach, and collaborate with district and statewide partners. Strong writing, editorial judgment, and project management are essential.