Transit Communications & Community Engagement Specialist

Grays Harbor Transit (WA); East Hoquiam (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Grays Harbor Transit seeks a Communications Specialist to develop and implement marketing and community strategies, manage agency communications, and support outreach programs. The role includes creating content for newsletters, websites, and social media, coordinating events, and fostering partnerships with community stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will oversee branding consistency, produce visual and written materials, and help share the agency’s story through multiple channels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Public Relations, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in marketing, communications, public outreach, or similar roles.
• Experience in public sector or transportation-related organizations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop original written content for internal and external audiences including newsletters, flyers, ad copy, promotional materials, and website updates.
• Produce presentations, data visualizations, and training materials to support agency goals.
• Lead multi-channel marketing efforts and support internal communications and staff recognition programs.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Writing

Editing

Branding

Project management

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Public Relations, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Content management systems

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Grays Harbor Transit seeks a Communications Specialist to develop and implement marketing and community strategies, manage agency communications, and support outreach programs. The role includes creating content for newsletters, websites, and social media, coordinating events, and fostering partnerships with community stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will oversee branding consistency, produce visual and written materials, and help share the agency’s story through multiple channels.