Communications Specialist - Public Involvement

Communications Specialist I - Public Involvement

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Are you looking to join an award‑winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service? The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is the Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Dallas‑Fort Worth region, the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States. The Transportation Department of NCTCOG is seeking a Communications Specialist to support its public involvement program. This position will assist with public meetings, public comments, a virtual public engagement platform and contribute to major communications and public relations activities.

Applicants wishing to be considered should apply online at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and submit a cover letter summarizing relevant work experience and a current resume.

• Drafting public meeting notices and meeting minutes for supervisor review, and coordinating presentation materials.
• Assisting with the coordination and attendance of in‑person public meetings at the NCTCOG main campus in Arlington and throughout the Dallas‑Fort Worth region.
• Working with the supervisor to implement public involvement strategies and tactics for special transportation and air‑quality‑related projects.
• Utilizing the department’s virtual public engagement platform to host online and hybrid public meetings.
• Drafting responses to public comments and preparing monthly comment reports for supervisor review.
• Evaluating communication and outreach strategies related to public involvement efforts through data tracking and analysis.
• Contributing creative and innovative ideas for improving the public involvement process.
• Implementing marketing and public relations strategies for educational campaigns targeting the Dallas‑Fort Worth business community.
• Assisting in business outreach efforts, including site visits and stakeholder meetings.
• Representing the Transportation Department by attending committee meetings and events.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Publisher.
• Familiarity with Adobe Communications Cloud.
• Working knowledge of design software (preferred).
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written, and interpersonal skills with the ability to listen, follow instructions, collaborate, and present ideas.
• Detail‑oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple assignments in a deadline‑driven environment without compromising quality.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Broad knowledge in a professional or technical field, normally acquired through a four‑year college degree (e.g., strategic communications, public relations, marketing, public administration or a related field).
• One year or less of work‑related experience.

Starting Salary Range
Minimum of $49,022.46 - $58,826.95 annually

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of local governments established to assist 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 help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate 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 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 communication for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities. The environment encourages 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…