Safety Press Officer; Transportation Community Relations Coordinator

THE POSITION

Would you thrive in a career where you could use your communication skills to inspire safer travel and connect with communities? As a Safety Press Officer with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), you will have the exciting opportunity to promote safety through communication and community outreach. In this role, you will work with media outlets, civic organizations, and district staff to share information that helps reduce crashes and save lives.

You will take part in safety campaigns and support various efforts to educate the public. If you are a strong team player who is ready to make a positive impact, we want you on our team!

Would you thrive in a career where you could use your communication skills to inspire safer travel and connect with communities? As a Safety Press Officer with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), you will have the exciting opportunity to promote safety through communication and community outreach. In this role, you will work with media outlets, civic organizations, and district staff to share information that helps reduce crashes and save lives.

You will take part in safety campaigns and support various efforts to educate the public. If you are a strong team player who is ready to make a positive impact, we want you on our team!

This position supports community engagement, media relations, and safety promotion throughout the district. Your primary responsibilities will focus on sharing information, coordinating programs, and working with partners to encourage safer travel. As a Safety Press Officer, you will perform the following duties:

• Safety Promotion:
  Support district safety initiatives and assist law enforcement agencies with outreach efforts
• Media Coordination:
  Monitor news coverage, respond to concerns, and serve as a district spokesperson
• Program Development:
  Create and administer safety programs for topics such as teen driving, weather hazards, and aggressive driving
• Public Outreach:
  Engage with the media, civic groups, and communities to promote safe driving habits
• Content Creation:
  Write press releases, publish safety materials, and update website and social media content
• Partnership Building:
  Maintain communication with community groups, safety partners, and district personnel to support safety efforts

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS), per manager's approval.
• Telework:
  You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week, per manager's approval. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Bridgeville.
  
  The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview .
• Salary:
  
  In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

• Two years of experience as a Transportation Community Relations Coordinator 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Four years of public relations experience promoting programs…