Marketing & Communications Specialist III

Develop and manage social media plans to further external reach. Serve as a spokesperson or media contact on assigned initiatives, projects, and campaigns. Create and distribute press releases and other materials to the general public. Be a team lead on special communication projects. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with representatives from the community, state and local government officials, business officials and other public-interest groups. Assist in oral and written communication, video production, website content, graphic design, publications and public information efforts for the Communications and Public Policy Division, the Director’s Office and all divisions of the agency. Monitor social media channels for issues, trends and opportunities to enhance public awareness. Interact and respond to digital content messages, replies and comments. Use analytics to judge and drive the reach and success of demand generation for assigned initiatives, projects and campaigns. Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders associated with NDOT’s mission and goals. Perform other necessary duties to help meet the agency's mission and values.