Transportation Community Relations Coordinator 1

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Cannon Run West (PA); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Transportation Community Relations Coordinator 1 in Montgomery County to inform residents about transportation projects and safety initiatives.

The role emphasizes outreach, media coordination, and public engagement with partners across the region, within a full-time schedule and potential telework options, based in King of Prussia.

Qualifications

• Two years of public relations work experience promoting programs through the mass media, or community organizing experience.
• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of experience and training.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Media Outreach: Serve as a spokesperson and share project updates with news outlets.
• Informational Materials: Prepare content for legislators, the public, and staff across the region.
• Early Alerts: Identify potential issues and notify leadership promptly.
• Internal Communication: Create and distribute in-house materials on transportation matters.
• Public Engagement: Plan and support events and meetings involving officials and community members.

Skills

Public relations

Mass media

Community organizing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Salary

$53,008.00 - $80,646.00 Annually

Location

Montgomery County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-58558

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Dstr Off 600

Opening Date

09/16/2026

Closing Date

9/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

05880

Position Number

00033691

Union

Non-Union

Bargaining Unit

A3

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00080600

Bureau / Division

Transportation, District 6-0

Worksite Address

7000 Geerdes Boulevard

City

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

19406

Contact Name

Brad Rudolph

Contact Email

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

Make your mark in a role that gives the public a clear voice in transportation! As a Transportation Community Relations Coordinator 1 with the Department of Transportation, you will help residents stay aware of projects that affect their neighborhoods. This position offers fast-paced communication work and meaningful collaboration with many partners. It is an opportunity to support a mission that strengthens safety and trust across the region.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports communication efforts across the Philadelphia region by sharing information about transportation projects, safety initiatives, and public concerns. It requires strong outreach skills and an ability to explain complex topics to many audiences. As a Transportation Community Relations Coordinator 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Media Outreach: Serve as a spokesperson and share project updates with news outlets
• Informational Materials: Prepare content for legislators, the public, and staff across the region
• Early Alerts: Identify potential issues and notify leadership promptly
• Internal Communication: Create and distribute in-house materials on transportation matters
• Public Engagement: Plan and support events and meetings involving officials and community members

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, 5 days per pay period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in King of Prussia. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,008 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of public relations work experience promoting programs through the mass media, or community organizing experience; and a bachelor's degree; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Veterans

• To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.