Strategic Communications Manager

strategic communications manager -

date: aug 25, 2026

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requisition no:882032

agency: department of transportation

working title: strategic communications manager -

state of florida department of transportation

job posting description

912 / public information office

open competitive

selected exempt service

previous applicants need not reapply.

contact phone number:

hiring salary range: $2, 344.16 - $3,033.61 /biweekly range / $60,948.04 - $78,873.94 /annual range

join fdot and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the florida transportation system.

to ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of artificial intelligence (ai) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.

candidates must be united states (u.s.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.

the mission of the florida department of transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

as a onefdot team, we serve the people of florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

as part of fdot communications, you’ll be part of a fast-paced team that helps tell fdot’s story.

through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the onefdot team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of trrec: trust, relationships, respect, empowerment, and communication.

fdot encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

60,948.04 - $78,873.94

this position develops strategic and targeted messaging to be used in internal and external communications as well as educational campaigns; serves as a spokesperson and point of contact for fdot media relations; plans and coordinates news events and writes/edits news releases and articles; and assists with management of the office of communications in the absence of the communications director and deputy communications director.

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

assists the communications director and deputy communications director with strategic planning and messaging for the communications office. assists with the development of office of communications annual strategic plan, the social media strategic plan and overall strategic communications plans. Assists with developing communication guidelines and templates for the communications office and the department. Assists with the research and writing of speeches, messages, speaking points and responses for the secretary of transportation.

Assists in responding to inquiries and issues from the governor's office, elected officials, the media, the public, and other agencies. Assists in message development for key transportation issues affecting the department.

serves as contact for department media relations. identifies media opportunities and strategies to proactively communicate the department's mission and provide information to the public. Writes, edits and publishes news releases and articles for internal and external publication. Coordinates press events as necessary. Writes speeches and talking points for members, including executive level staff. Represents the department through on-air broadcasts, public speaking and community…