Dept. of Transportation invites applications for the position of:
Communications Manager
SALARY: $5,443.00 - $6,980.00 Monthly
OPENING DATE: 04/22/15
CLOSING DATE: 05/10/15 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
The Opportunity: The Washington State Ferries (WSF) Communications Manager assists in the development and implementation of all strategic communications programs to fulfill the mission, vision and values of the organization, including internal and external communications and media relations. This position helps to identify significant public relations risks, opportunities and generating messaging. Manages consultant teams and directs project resources for new terminal and vessel projects. Is a spokesperson with the media and works closely with WSDOT
Communications department and Government relations. This position will relay accurate, timely and strategic information using a variety of communication tools and resources.
Work with a professional team to create crisis communications, social media communications and media strategies. This supervisory position will also liaison with other agencies when developing joint communications strategies and plans. Experience in crisis communications, web communications and writing, social media, public outreach, media relations, giving presentations and developing and training staff is crucial. Our top candidate has experience building trust with external customers, communities, elected officials and employees.
This position will perform the following work:
Team with the Public Information Officer (PIO) to determine most effective and strategic communications tools to communicate a variety of message types, both internally and externally.
Create and implement immediate communication strategies WSF mission, vision and values Develop strategies to successfully mitigate emerging issues that will present pro-active communications.
Assists in the development of pre-emptive messaging, media relations and public information relating to WSF.
An ideal candidate for this position will have:
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, Public Administration or related field. Prior experience in a leadership role in Communications, Public Relations or Marketing Five years’ experience and demonstrated competency in managing communications projects, media relations and leading staff.
Extensive knowledge of the media and organizing public outreach in the area of public policies and projects.
Experience developing and implementing strategic, customer-focused communication plans.
Experience in writing, public speaking, developing presentations, and marketing plans.
Ability to be on call 24 hours per day for emergencies.
Demonstrated writing abilities using various social media experience.
How to Apply: Applications for this recruitment will only be accepted electronically. Please select the large apply button at the top of this announcement for instructions. You may need to create a profile and account in Washington State’s automated tracking system, NeoGov. To be considered for this position you will need to answer any supplemental questions. As part of these questions
you will need to provide a letter of interest and completely fill out the work history portion of the application. Your letter of interest should be unique to this job announcement and clearly explain how your experience, training and education make you a viable and competitive candidate for this position.
Contact us: For inquiries about this position, please contact Brian Quinn at 206-389-8532 or email to quinnb@wsdot.wa.gov. Please reference recruitment number 2015-WMS-020.
Employment, Education and Criminal History Verification
Due to the nature of this position a comprehensive background check will be conducted on the final candidate(s) prior to hire. Applicants will be required to sign a release of authorization prior to conducting the background check. Applicants will be notified prior to any adverse hire action taken as a result of a background check. Information received from the background check does not automatically make a candidate ineligible for employment. However, candidates that provide false or misleading information in their application and/or authorization may be eliminated from any further consideration. If you have questions regarding this process, please contact the recruiter listed above.
The Washington State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Talent Acquisition Unit, Office of Human Resources, at 360.705.7064 or email at jobinfo@wsdot.wa.gov.
For the original document and supplementary questionnaire please follow this link: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1124697[4/30/2015 8:32:12 AM]
Communications Manager
SALARY: $5,443.00 - $6,980.00 Monthly
OPENING DATE: 04/22/15
CLOSING DATE: 05/10/15 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
The Opportunity: The Washington State Ferries (WSF) Communications Manager assists in the development and implementation of all strategic communications programs to fulfill the mission, vision and values of the organization, including internal and external communications and media relations. This position helps to identify significant public relations risks, opportunities and generating messaging. Manages consultant teams and directs project resources for new terminal and vessel projects. Is a spokesperson with the media and works closely with WSDOT
Communications department and Government relations. This position will relay accurate, timely and strategic information using a variety of communication tools and resources.
Work with a professional team to create crisis communications, social media communications and media strategies. This supervisory position will also liaison with other agencies when developing joint communications strategies and plans. Experience in crisis communications, web communications and writing, social media, public outreach, media relations, giving presentations and developing and training staff is crucial. Our top candidate has experience building trust with external customers, communities, elected officials and employees.
This position will perform the following work:
Team with the Public Information Officer (PIO) to determine most effective and strategic communications tools to communicate a variety of message types, both internally and externally.
Create and implement immediate communication strategies WSF mission, vision and values Develop strategies to successfully mitigate emerging issues that will present pro-active communications.
Assists in the development of pre-emptive messaging, media relations and public information relating to WSF.
An ideal candidate for this position will have:
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, Public Administration or related field. Prior experience in a leadership role in Communications, Public Relations or Marketing Five years’ experience and demonstrated competency in managing communications projects, media relations and leading staff.
Extensive knowledge of the media and organizing public outreach in the area of public policies and projects.
Experience developing and implementing strategic, customer-focused communication plans.
Experience in writing, public speaking, developing presentations, and marketing plans.
Ability to be on call 24 hours per day for emergencies.
Demonstrated writing abilities using various social media experience.
How to Apply: Applications for this recruitment will only be accepted electronically. Please select the large apply button at the top of this announcement for instructions. You may need to create a profile and account in Washington State’s automated tracking system, NeoGov. To be considered for this position you will need to answer any supplemental questions. As part of these questions
you will need to provide a letter of interest and completely fill out the work history portion of the application. Your letter of interest should be unique to this job announcement and clearly explain how your experience, training and education make you a viable and competitive candidate for this position.
Contact us: For inquiries about this position, please contact Brian Quinn at 206-389-8532 or email to quinnb@wsdot.wa.gov. Please reference recruitment number 2015-WMS-020.
Employment, Education and Criminal History Verification
Due to the nature of this position a comprehensive background check will be conducted on the final candidate(s) prior to hire. Applicants will be required to sign a release of authorization prior to conducting the background check. Applicants will be notified prior to any adverse hire action taken as a result of a background check. Information received from the background check does not automatically make a candidate ineligible for employment. However, candidates that provide false or misleading information in their application and/or authorization may be eliminated from any further consideration. If you have questions regarding this process, please contact the recruiter listed above.
The Washington State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Talent Acquisition Unit, Office of Human Resources, at 360.705.7064 or email at jobinfo@wsdot.wa.gov.
For the original document and supplementary questionnaire please follow this link: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1124697[4/30/2015 8:32:12 AM]
