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The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is seeking a Communications Specialist to support and carry out Media Relations and Public Development efforts. Activities strengthen and support the region’s knowledge of and engagement in air quality and transportation projects/programs/policies. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at https://www.nctcog.org/Careers. All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing work experience, as well as a current resume.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supporting the development of Transportation Department publications and communication materials by writing, designing, and distributing newsletters, reports, presentations, and brochures
• Working with Transportation Department staff to design and publish materials and contributing to the development and implementation of a consistent look to department educational materials
• Contributing to efforts to incorporate innovation into community outreach initiatives
• Serving as a Transportation Department representative by attending committee and public meetings, events, seminars, workshops, and conferences to obtain relevant information
• Assisting the Transportation Department public information officer with media-related activities such as handling external media requests and writing press releases
• Conducting and distributing to staff a daily search of transportation-related news
• Updating Web pages by drafting, organizing, and posting information on the Web site, and regularly reviewing information to ensure current and accurate information is available

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher, and Outlook
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented, highly organized, and creative, with an ability to manage multiple assignments/tasks and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing quality of work
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Required Education and Experience

• Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field, which is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor’s degree. Relevant fields of study would include public relations, communications, journalism, marketing or a related field of study
• At least one year of job-related experience

Starting Salary Range

Minimum of $51,874.00 - $62,248.80 annually

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, and was established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development. NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions. Since 1974, NCTCOG has served as the Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and is responsible for developing transportation plans and programs that address the complex needs of the rapidly growing area. The planning area for transportation includes the 12 counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise.

The agency offers generous benefits, a friendly atmosphere with open communications for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities. The environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility, and innovation.

NCTCOG is recognized as a military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired during a military service career. All qualified veterans are invited to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Background Check & Drug Testing:
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.

E-Verify:
The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.